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Old 11-14-14, 03:36 PM
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Can't determine where this leak is coming from. You can see the drip in the picture where the reddish liquid is. It seems to be next to the pan but I'm not sure what part this would be. It's a slow drip but accumulates over time. Would appreciate some insight! Thanks in advance.



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Old 11-15-14, 03:43 PM
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What's the fluid levels like?

Also check the power steering fluid - it also uses ATF.

That area between the transmission and engine is where the rear main seal is, but a leaking RMS would be engine oil, not tranny fluid.
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I had the same issue with fluid leaking out an an extremely alarming rate. If i recall correctly, there was a seal there that if thats all i had needed, would have cost around $500 if i remember correctly.
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Clean the area with brake clean and observe the leak. It looks like the pan gasket is leaking, but honestly there is too much going on to have any idea.
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