Discoloration Found Inside 2004 RX-8 Transmission
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Discoloration Found Inside 2004 RX-8 Transmission
A week or so my car began to make a very noticeable noise that sounded very much like a "whir", "grrrr", or grinding of gears. I took the car in and the sound was tracked down to the bearings along the transmission shaft. Upon further investigation when the transmission was opened, they found additional wear leading them to the diagnosis of the whole transmission being on it's way out due to wear of components. The odd thing that is not understood is the orange discoloration found inside when the housing was opened. Any thoughts on what this might be would be appreciated.
Note that the car has never been driven hard, raced, and has about 73,000 miles. Thanks in advance for your help.
Note that the car has never been driven hard, raced, and has about 73,000 miles. Thanks in advance for your help.
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Also, the areas that are coated are completely coated as if done with a brush to a consistent finish. It really does not fade in or out in any of the locations. It's either clean, or that orange color.
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Agreed that it is odd the coloration is in the teeth contact area. It seems randomly spread on different components inside. Very random.
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