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NRC9871 - Auto Transmission Oil Cooler Return Pipe

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OEM Part
OEM: Made by an Original Equipment Manufacturer. This part is made by an original equipment manufacturer or under their license, ensuring compatibility and quality.
Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Return Pipe forms part of the automatic transmission cooling circuit on the 3.5L V8 automatic.

It carries cooled automatic transmission fluid on the return run from the oil cooler back to the gearbox. A rigid formed pipe routed along the underside of the transmission.
Vehicle Model Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Fitment Notes RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1991 — Automatic transmission oil cooler return pipe, 3.5L V8 auto (to VIN HA610293)
Alternative Codes
NRC9871

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Frequently asked questions

What does the NRC9871 transmission oil cooler return pipe do?
The NRC9871 return pipe forms part of the automatic transmission fluid cooling circuit on the 3.5L V8 automatic. It's a rigid formed pipe routed along the underside of the transmission, carrying ATF on the return run between the oil cooler and the gearbox. OEM part for the Range Rover Classic 3.5L V8 auto.
Which Range Rover Classic does this return pipe fit?
This return pipe fits the Range Rover Classic 1986-1991 with the 3.5L V8 automatic, up to VIN HA610293. The cooler pipework changed after that VIN, so check your build date and VIN fall within this range before ordering.
How is the return pipe different from the other cooler pipes?
The 3.5L V8 automatic cooler circuit uses a matched set: the feed pipe NRC9868, the cooler pipe NRC9869, and this return pipe NRC9871. Each follows a different route and they aren't interchangeable. Match the exact part number to the pipe you're replacing.
Why do these transmission cooler pipes fail?
Cooler pipes like the NRC9871 typically fail through corrosion and chafing where the rigid line runs under the gearbox, causing ATF leaks. Low fluid can then cause poor shifting or overheating. Check the pipe run and unions for weeping fluid when servicing the V8 automatic.