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Old 11-25-2008, 09:30 PM
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tranny fluid leak

what up people! well im almost possitive its a tranny fluid leak but not sure! ive search the forum and didnt really find any usefull info. it doesnt leak much, only wen i let the car sit over night! buts its been a daily thing for the last week and a half! ive looked all over the tranny and found a few potential leak spots but just hopeing you guys could shine some light on the situation!
Old 11-25-2008, 09:44 PM
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Rear seal, front seal, neutral switch and transmission body...most likely in that order
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when was the last time u change ur tranny fluid ? it could be worn gasket.

if not then, follow the order that dannobre has said.

Its pretty rare that the front seal will leak. ONLY if u've ever touched it.
Old 11-26-2008, 09:27 PM
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thanks for the info.... im still searching for that leak tho! i havent looked but my gears are starting to get rough between shifts...i guess i better get on it huh!
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well you need to make sure that there is fluid in there if it is just aleak that does not need to b torn apart to fix you will kill ur tranny by not having fluid in it.....
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