Transmission cooler bypass
"Installed in on my 2015 Ram 2500 and it definitely does an amazing job keeping the transmission temperature down."
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SKU #: PPE-225065000
MPN #: 225065000
PPE Transmission Fluid Bypass Valve 13-18 Ram 6.7L Cummins
Description
Overview
Increase the fluid flow to your transmission cooler and add a layer of protection with the PPE Trans Fluid Bypass Valve. The OEM part has restrictive internal passages. When the OEM valve fails in the open position, transmission fluid doesn’t reach your cooler. This can be caused by mechanical failure or debris. The result of stock valve failure can cause the transmission to dangerously overheat. Without properly cooled transmission fluid, the demands of towing and rigorous stop-and-go driving conditions shorten the life of transmission components.
The PPE Bypass eliminates the extremely restrictive mechanical factory valve which maximizes fluid flow from the transmission cooler. For further protection, a Neodymium magnet equipped service plug has been added. The removable plug traps ferrous debris and can be accessed to remove particles from the system. The factory bypass valve does not have this feature.
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The PPE Trans Fluid Bypass Valve replaces the restrictive OEM valve to maximize fluid flow from the transmission cooler.
- Fits
- 2013-2018 Ram 6.7L Cummins
- Brand
- PPE (Pacific Performance Eng.)
- Best for
- Improving transmission cooler fluid flow
- Key features
- Eliminates the restrictive mechanical factory valve
- Maximizes fluid flow from the transmission cooler
- Neodymium magnet equipped service plug traps ferrous debris
- Removable plug feature not found on factory bypass valve
About PPE (Pacific Performance Eng.)
Browse PPE Diesel Parts Online by Make, Model, and Year.
Originally founded in 1985, Pacific Performance Engineering (PPE) is leading the way in the progression of diesel performance. Their roots started them in the diesel performance industry installing other manufacturers kits and components, which led to the release of their original product, the Duramaximizer, in 2001 to improve upon the power and efficiency of the LB7 Duramax, and is still in use today. Today, they are known for manufacturing dual CP3 kits, their line of Xcelerator programmers for numerous applications, upgraded oil pans, and nearly anything you can think of to improve the power and extend the life of your Duramax, Cummins or Powerstroke.
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Overall rating: 4.4444447 / 5 from 18 reviews.
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Reviews
"Dropped temps dramatically and was easy to instal"
Worth the money
"Dropped temps from 175 to 130 unloaded, was easy to install and definitely recommend"
Connection issues
"The quick disconnect lines do not go all the way in to allow the clips to fully seat. They work but it’s not ideal. I hope the lines never pop off."
Works As Expected
"The bypass works great. Transmission still reaches full operating temp but it take much longer. Also, seems to cool off much faster. Will definitely keep the heat out of your transmission. The inspection plug with magnet is an easy way to check for metal contamination without making a mess. Product is pictured as "Raw Billet" but showed up black. Not really an issue."
Works great and had no
"Works great and had no problems"
Ever since I installed this
"Ever since I installed this part my transmission temperature won't go over 144° with constant towing."
Awesome product!
"Awesome product!"
Looks good
"Front lines were extremely hard to snap in. After I finally got them in now they are leaking. Have to figure out what the problem is."
Love the polished look
"Love the polished look"