Modern vehicles rely heavily on quick-disconnect lines to route hot transmission fluid from the gearbox to the radiator or a dedicated oil cooler. The lines are kept under significant pressure and locked into place using specialized steel spring clips, such as the widely used Dorman 800-801 Connector Clips Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
: These are used to ensure that parts remain securely fastened. They might be used in applications where vibration could otherwise cause parts to loosen. tranny clip
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