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<< Under certain high load operating conditions, the transmission fluid
temperature can exceed the melting point of the material used in the
connector
to retain the fluid line to the transmission.
When these temperatures occur, the fluid line will not stay connected with
the
transmission and fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold, resulting in
smoke
or fire."
>>
This problem is not limited to Dodges. See transmission discussion under
"Towing, etc." a few week ago.
My tranny ('92 Chevy) gave out in a similar manner: Steep climb, large
camper, trailer with one horse. Fluid overheated and much of it went out the
vent, ruining the transmission. As recommended, I added an external
transmission cooler at the dealer when the new transmission was installed,
then headed back into the hills. Hoses to the external cooler were too small
and improperly installed. Result: Lost the fluid AND transmission for a
second time in one month.
Lesson learned: External transmission coolers are highly recommended for
automatics when hauling sizable loads up grades. Have cooler installed by a
skilled transmission repairman!
Linda
San Francisco
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