Engine oil cooler removal

SRAJ625

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2012 HYUNDAI SONATA
2.4L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
125,000 MILES

Can we delete/remove engine oil cooler from this type of car? Will it cause any damage to engine?

Saturday, October 6th, 2018 AT 9:56 PM

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DANNY L

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Hello, I am Danny.

I would strongly suggest not to do that. The function is in place to help keeping the oil temperature down to actually avoid engine damage. Is there a problem/leak? Just wondering why you are considering doing this. Hope this helps and feel free to ask any questions. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

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Saturday, October 6th, 2018 AT 10:48 PM

SRAJ625

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Thank you Mr. Danny for your reply. They removed the engine oil cooler because there is leak happened (oil and coolant mixed ). Is it safe to drive the car by removing engine oil cooler?

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Sunday, October 7th, 2018 AT 1:47 AM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

I believe it would be okay to drive as long as there are no leaks. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Sunday, October 7th, 2018 AT 2:24 PM

SRAJ625

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Hello Mr. Danny. So what is your opinion to fix the engine oil cooler again? Or can I drive my car without engine oil cooler? Please advise me.

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Sunday, October 7th, 2018 AT 9:22 PM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

If they were able to remove/bypass the oil cooler and there are no leaks you will be okay. I would suggest to have it fixed when time/money permits but just be sure to monitor the temperature and conditions in the fluids of your vehicle. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
Danny-