Drivetrain - Oil Leaks From Differential Seals

Group: TRANSAXLE

Number: 06-40-012

Date: JULY, 2006

Model:
ALL

Subject:
OIL LEAK FROM DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEALS

DESCRIPTION:





An oil leak from the differential oil seals or other sources may collect on the underside of the automatic transaxle near the joint between the torque converter housing and case housing. The oil residue may give the appearance of an oil leak at the joint.

NOTE:
Follow the repair procedure below before making a repair decision.

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Use a shop rag and solvent to remove the oil residue from the bottom of the transaxle.

2. Using a shop light, carefully check for oil leakage from the differential oil seals and other locations on the transaxle.

3. If the source of the oil leak is not conclusive, add a tracer dye to the automatic transaxle fluid and allow the engine to run at idle in Park for 10-20 minutes. Use a black light to check for oil leakage from the differential oil seals and other locations on the transaxle. The dye and black light are available from parts stores or SPX:

^ SPX Universal black light, # J-28428-100A or equivalent

^ SPX Tracer dye, # J28431-6 or equivalent

4. Refer to the appropriate shop manual and repair the oil leak. Test drive the vehicle and confirm no oil leaks occur.





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