Oil Cooler: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION
The engine oil cooler (1) is located in front of the radiator and comprises a single row matrix with three internal cooling tubes. Pre-formed feed and return pipes/hoses are used to link the cylinder block, oil filter and oil cooler, which is mounted above the gearbox oil cooler, fixed to the radiator side frame.

OPERATION
Oil drawn through a steel gauze strainer in the sump, is pumped under pressure through the feed pipe (2) into the oil cooler. Ambient air, forced through the front grille of the vehicle and assisted by the pull of the viscous fan, is dispersed across the oil cooler. The cooled oil then passes through the return pipe (3) to the filter (4), before being distributed from the cylinder block to the various internal engine components.