
Dorman 918-5013 Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler
Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Overview
The Dorman 918-5013 automatic transmission oil cooler is a standard replacement for vehicles that need a direct-function cooler after the original unit fails from heat, corrosion, or physical damage. Built with stainless steel construction and female-thread inlet and outlet connections, it supports stable transmission fluid temperature control in demanding driving conditions.
For drivers searching for an automatic transmission oil cooler for Chevrolet and GMC applications, this Dorman 918-5013 replacement is built to match the original cooler’s function and fit requirements.
Key Features
- Brand: Dorman
- Part number: 918-5013
- Automatic transmission oil cooler, standard replacement
- Stainless steel core material and stainless steel construction
- Natural finish housing
- Female-thread inlet and outlet attachment types
- Core row quantity: 20
- Dimensions: 13.5 in. length, 4.25 in. width, 4 in. height, 3.5 in. depth
- Inlet diameter: 0.125 in.; outlet diameter: 0.125 in.
Detailed Description
The Dorman 918-5013 transmission oil cooler is engineered as an OE-style replacement for specified Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. It is designed to restore transmission fluid cooling performance when the original cooler has been compromised by heat exposure, corrosion, or impact damage. The stainless steel core and natural-finish housing provide a durable construction for underhood use, while the female-thread connections support a direct-style plumbing setup.
This part cross-references GM OE numbers 22733246 and 23835830 for the same application. If you are replacing a failed cooler on a Chevrolet or GMC truck or SUV, Dorman 918-5013 offers a practical replacement path without changing the original cooling layout.
What It Helps Address
- Transmission fluid overheating caused by a failed cooler
- Loss of cooling performance from corrosion or internal damage
- Fluid temperature instability during towing or stop-and-go driving
- Replacement needs after impact-related cooler damage
- Service repairs on Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with OE-style cooler routing
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s original cooler dimensions, thread style, and line routing before installation. This part uses female-thread inlet and outlet attachments and does not include mounting hardware or tubes. Confirm clearance around the radiator and cooler mounting area, and inspect transmission lines for wear or contamination before connecting the replacement unit.
For fitment-based searches, this part is a direct replacement option for Chevrolet and GMC applications that use the listed OE cooler design. The Dorman 918-5013 is commonly searched as a transmission oil cooler replacement for Chevrolet and GMC vehicles needing the same connection style and overall form factor.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures replacement components to match original part function on specified vehicles. This cooler is built as a standard replacement unit using stainless steel materials and OE-style attachment points to support dependable service in the original cooling system layout.
Dorman 918-5013 Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler
Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Overview
The Dorman 918-5013 automatic transmission oil cooler is a standard replacement for vehicles that need a direct-function cooler after the original unit fails from heat, corrosion, or physical damage. Built with stainless steel construction and female-thread inlet and outlet connections, it supports stable transmission fluid temperature control in demanding driving conditions.
For drivers searching for an automatic transmission oil cooler for Chevrolet and GMC applications, this Dorman 918-5013 replacement is built to match the original cooler’s function and fit requirements.
Key Features
- Brand: Dorman
- Part number: 918-5013
- Automatic transmission oil cooler, standard replacement
- Stainless steel core material and stainless steel construction
- Natural finish housing
- Female-thread inlet and outlet attachment types
- Core row quantity: 20
- Dimensions: 13.5 in. length, 4.25 in. width, 4 in. height, 3.5 in. depth
- Inlet diameter: 0.125 in.; outlet diameter: 0.125 in.
Detailed Description
The Dorman 918-5013 transmission oil cooler is engineered as an OE-style replacement for specified Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. It is designed to restore transmission fluid cooling performance when the original cooler has been compromised by heat exposure, corrosion, or impact damage. The stainless steel core and natural-finish housing provide a durable construction for underhood use, while the female-thread connections support a direct-style plumbing setup.
This part cross-references GM OE numbers 22733246 and 23835830 for the same application. If you are replacing a failed cooler on a Chevrolet or GMC truck or SUV, Dorman 918-5013 offers a practical replacement path without changing the original cooling layout.
What It Helps Address
- Transmission fluid overheating caused by a failed cooler
- Loss of cooling performance from corrosion or internal damage
- Fluid temperature instability during towing or stop-and-go driving
- Replacement needs after impact-related cooler damage
- Service repairs on Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with OE-style cooler routing
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s original cooler dimensions, thread style, and line routing before installation. This part uses female-thread inlet and outlet attachments and does not include mounting hardware or tubes. Confirm clearance around the radiator and cooler mounting area, and inspect transmission lines for wear or contamination before connecting the replacement unit.
For fitment-based searches, this part is a direct replacement option for Chevrolet and GMC applications that use the listed OE cooler design. The Dorman 918-5013 is commonly searched as a transmission oil cooler replacement for Chevrolet and GMC vehicles needing the same connection style and overall form factor.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures replacement components to match original part function on specified vehicles. This cooler is built as a standard replacement unit using stainless steel materials and OE-style attachment points to support dependable service in the original cooling system layout.
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Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Overview
The Dorman 918-5013 automatic transmission oil cooler is a standard replacement for vehicles that need a direct-function cooler after the original unit fails from heat, corrosion, or physical damage. Built with stainless steel construction and female-thread inlet and outlet connections, it supports stable transmission fluid temperature control in demanding driving conditions.
For drivers searching for an automatic transmission oil cooler for Chevrolet and GMC applications, this Dorman 918-5013 replacement is built to match the original cooler’s function and fit requirements.
Key Features
- Brand: Dorman
- Part number: 918-5013
- Automatic transmission oil cooler, standard replacement
- Stainless steel core material and stainless steel construction
- Natural finish housing
- Female-thread inlet and outlet attachment types
- Core row quantity: 20
- Dimensions: 13.5 in. length, 4.25 in. width, 4 in. height, 3.5 in. depth
- Inlet diameter: 0.125 in.; outlet diameter: 0.125 in.
Detailed Description
The Dorman 918-5013 transmission oil cooler is engineered as an OE-style replacement for specified Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. It is designed to restore transmission fluid cooling performance when the original cooler has been compromised by heat exposure, corrosion, or impact damage. The stainless steel core and natural-finish housing provide a durable construction for underhood use, while the female-thread connections support a direct-style plumbing setup.
This part cross-references GM OE numbers 22733246 and 23835830 for the same application. If you are replacing a failed cooler on a Chevrolet or GMC truck or SUV, Dorman 918-5013 offers a practical replacement path without changing the original cooling layout.
What It Helps Address
- Transmission fluid overheating caused by a failed cooler
- Loss of cooling performance from corrosion or internal damage
- Fluid temperature instability during towing or stop-and-go driving
- Replacement needs after impact-related cooler damage
- Service repairs on Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with OE-style cooler routing
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s original cooler dimensions, thread style, and line routing before installation. This part uses female-thread inlet and outlet attachments and does not include mounting hardware or tubes. Confirm clearance around the radiator and cooler mounting area, and inspect transmission lines for wear or contamination before connecting the replacement unit.
For fitment-based searches, this part is a direct replacement option for Chevrolet and GMC applications that use the listed OE cooler design. The Dorman 918-5013 is commonly searched as a transmission oil cooler replacement for Chevrolet and GMC vehicles needing the same connection style and overall form factor.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures replacement components to match original part function on specified vehicles. This cooler is built as a standard replacement unit using stainless steel materials and OE-style attachment points to support dependable service in the original cooling system layout.












