Transmission Cooler and Power Steering Cooler Recommendation for a 2005 Acura MDX

Updated 03/21/2016 | Published 03/19/2016

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Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient

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$96.46

Derale 4-Pass Tube-Fin Power Steering Cooler - 8-1/8" Wide

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$53.75

Question:

As you probably are already aware, the Acura MDX has a very suspect transmission cooler that flows through the radiator. I want to tow with my 2005 MDX and realize that I need a good external transmission cooler an Im even thinking about bypassing the stock cooler due to radiator failures leading to transmission failures. What are you thoughts about that type of bypass? I was also going to do a power steering cooler as well while working on the trans cooler. What would be your product suggestions for a trans and ps cooler for my 2005 Acura MDX 126,000 miles. Thanks,

asked by: Troy D

Helpful Expert Reply:

For a transmission cooler that would work well on your 2005 Acura MDX the Derale part # D13503 would be an excellent choice. Since this is a larger cooler at 11" Wide x 8-3/4" tall x 7/8" deep it would work great for if you wanted to bypass the factory cooler as well. I attached an install video on a similar Honda SUV for you to check out as well.

For a power steering cooler you would want to go with a smaller cooler since they don't generate as much heat. The part # D13212 would be great for this.

expert reply by: Jameson C