cvt oil temperature and thermostat

Sivvusek

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Discussion starter · #1 · Nov 12, 2021 (Edited by Moderator)

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Hi
I read a lot but I couldn't find information for my questions.
What is the suitable working temperature of the cvt oil?
what temperature does the oil cooler thermostat open?
Thanks for the info that will help me beat this gearbox

 

Sandstone

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#2 · Nov 12, 2021

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Try here:

Mopar CVT Training Manual

Lots of useful info and diagrams for the CVT. CVT Training Guide

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Sivvusek

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Discussion starter · #3 · Nov 13, 2021

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Thanks. nice instruction. unfortunately, my box model does not have a cooler at the filter. it only has 2 wires towards the AC radiator. so far I'm struggling with limp-in and failing

 

Sandstone

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Later year FDI / FWD models (non-trail rated) used a plate with the bypass valve (pic below) in place of the cooler and valve located by the headlight, but the operation is the same. It's pressure actuated, not temperature.

This thread may be helpful.

CVT updated pan, dip stick and cooler links please

Been done to death but I cant find all info with links etc to know i'm on right track. Want to service the CVT (replace filters and fluid) also have seen this 4 ports CVT Transmission Oil Cooler, 2 for Engine Coolant 2 for CVT Fluid. 2 pipes for the inlet/outlet of coolant 2 pipes for the...

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