Towing and Oil Coolers

Welshlou · Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:36

Hi all,

I've heard a lot of advice, on this forum and elswhere, about fitting an oil cooler to the car if I'm towing with an auto. I tow a caravan (1300 towing weight), about every other week and was wondering if I need to fit an oil cooler.

I have a V70 2.4 (170bhp), 2001, Y reg, Auto. Plus, I am not really good with cars, so an explanation of the oil cooler and where it goes might help!

Cheers...

CTCNetwork · Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:45

Hi,

Yes, it is a recommended add-on for anyone who is towing on a regular basis.
You can check out parts from a Volvo dealer for part numbers and prices..

You would also be well advised to check your gearbox oil for condition as it is likely that you'll want to be changing it, if this has not been done before...

Also, have a look at the following topic by Lankytim and his solution to adding an extra oil cooler..
Linky....

Des. . .

Paris6282 · Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:55

Kenlowe make full kit good quality lot cheaper than volvo both my 960s have them fitted would not tow without

Welshlou · Feb 3rd, 2008, 23:13

Thanks..

I've also just seen a thread that said all V70s 2000 onwards have oil coolers fitted as standard. Does this mean I don't need an aftermarket part, or that the standard cooler is not good enough to handle towing and I need to supplement it...

Cheers...

JIM C · Feb 4th, 2008, 08:44

I towed my caravan all over France and back to Scotland a few times with my V70 2001 auto with no problems. Was told by the dealer that the car needed no extra cooler fitted. Always thought it would be good idea but never had any problems.
Jim

Andys101 · Feb 5th, 2008, 21:09

I was told by Volvo that no additional oil cooler was needed on my 99my s70 2.5 auto

dodgyken · Feb 6th, 2008, 10:07

Spoke with a dealer yesterday - about a T6 - but he confirmed that it certainly doesn't need an extra cooler - I think he was quite offended that I suggested it did - despite me wanting to tow 1800KG

CTCNetwork · Feb 6th, 2008, 13:22

Hi,

You know... I'd rather be safe than sorry..

The difference between £250 and £2000 is an easy choice..

And I don't care how offended the dealer is.. How many times have dealers offended customers with their ridiculous prices!!!

Des. . .

JIM C · Feb 6th, 2008, 13:40

http://www.kenlowe.com/oil-coolers/a...automatic.html

dodgyken · Feb 6th, 2008, 13:52

Anyone know where this all stands against a warranty?? If the car should be able to tow a set weight, you do so, and the gearbox fails surely the warranty should pay out??

Any ideas?

Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:36	#1
Welshlou Junior Member Last Online: Aug 19th, 2011 22:22 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South Glamorgan	Towing and Oil Coolers Hi all, I've heard a lot of advice, on this forum and elswhere, about fitting an oil cooler to the car if I'm towing with an auto. I tow a caravan (1300 towing weight), about every other week and was wondering if I need to fit an oil cooler. I have a V70 2.4 (170bhp), 2001, Y reg, Auto. Plus, I am not really good with cars, so an explanation of the oil cooler and where it goes might help! Cheers...

Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:45	#2
CTCNetwork Forum Support Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Liège, Belgium View Photos By: CTCNetwork	Hi, Yes, it is a recommended add-on for anyone who is towing on a regular basis. You can check out parts from a Volvo dealer for part numbers and prices.. You would also be well advised to check your gearbox oil for condition as it is likely that you'll want to be changing it, if this has not been done before... Also, have a look at the following topic by Lankytim and his solution to adding an extra oil cooler.. Linky.... Des. . . __________________ Density:- Not just a measurement ~ It's a whole way of Life.! ! ! I drive a Volvo, Please Don't Get In My Way! OldVolvos4Ever He shows up. People die. He vanishes. People should not be afraid of their governments. "He'll deliver more justice in a weekend than 10 years of your Governments should be afraid of their people... "V" courts & tribunals. Just stay out of his way." "I plan to."

Feb 3rd, 2008, 22:55	#3
Paris6282 Been here a while Last Online: Jan 16th, 2024 23:07 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Issoire france	trans oil coolers Kenlowe make full kit good quality lot cheaper than volvo both my 960s have them fitted would not tow without

Feb 4th, 2008, 08:44	#5
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	I towed my caravan all over France and back to Scotland a few times with my V70 2001 auto with no problems. Was told by the dealer that the car needed no extra cooler fitted. Always thought it would be good idea but never had any problems. Jim __________________

Feb 6th, 2008, 13:22	#8
CTCNetwork Forum Support Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Liège, Belgium View Photos By: CTCNetwork	Hi, You know... I'd rather be safe than sorry.. The difference between £250 and £2000 is an easy choice.. And I don't care how offended the dealer is.. How many times have dealers offended customers with their ridiculous prices!!! Des. . . __________________ Density:- Not just a measurement ~ It's a whole way of Life.! ! ! I drive a Volvo, Please Don't Get In My Way! OldVolvos4Ever He shows up. People die. He vanishes. People should not be afraid of their governments. "He'll deliver more justice in a weekend than 10 years of your Governments should be afraid of their people... "V" courts & tribunals. Just stay out of his way." "I plan to."

Feb 3rd, 2008, 23:13	#4
Welshlou Junior Member Last Online: Aug 19th, 2011 22:22 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South Glamorgan	Thanks.. I've also just seen a thread that said all V70s 2000 onwards have oil coolers fitted as standard. Does this mean I don't need an aftermarket part, or that the standard cooler is not good enough to handle towing and I need to supplement it... Cheers...

Feb 5th, 2008, 21:09	#6
Andys101 Junior Member Last Online: Mar 24th, 2024 18:16 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Herne Bay	I was told by Volvo that no additional oil cooler was needed on my 99my s70 2.5 auto

Feb 6th, 2008, 10:07	#7
dodgyken Master Member Last Online: May 13th, 2014 14:41 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Zollikon	Spoke with a dealer yesterday - about a T6 - but he confirmed that it certainly doesn't need an extra cooler - I think he was quite offended that I suggested it did - despite me wanting to tow 1800KG

Feb 6th, 2008, 13:40	#9
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	http://www.kenlowe.com/oil-coolers/a...automatic.html __________________

Feb 6th, 2008, 13:52	#10
dodgyken Master Member Last Online: May 13th, 2014 14:41 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Zollikon	Anyone know where this all stands against a warranty?? If the car should be able to tow a set weight, you do so, and the gearbox fails surely the warranty should pay out?? Any ideas?

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