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Last Updated: Jun 1st, 2009 - 09:34:53 |
Reader Question: I am a single mom. My son has a 1996 Ford Explorer. We had a transmission rebuilt 8 months ago it was a nightmare.
Nevertheless, I just noticed there is a leak, not all the time. What do you suggest I do first before taking it to a shop?
I have limited money, and I am concerned.
I really need help.
Thank you.
Linda
Hi Linda,
Are you sure this is a transmission fluid leak? If you are sure, its transmission fluid and you still have some warranty left on the original repair then I would go and talk to the transmission shop.
There are a few places on the transmission it can leak fluid, so without properly cleaning and drying off the transmission and the leaked fluid I would just be guessing.
If you do not want to go back to the transmission shop or you do not have a warranty claim, then I would visit your local repair shop and have them look for you. It might be something as simple as a loose bolt on the transmission pan, which is not holding the gasket tight enough to the transmission.
This is common, especially after a transmission overhaul for some reason. Seems these bolts can work their way loose easily.
If you have a warranty, do NOT use one of those stop leak additives you can buy at your local auto parts store. You do not want to give the transmission shop a reason to deny your warranty claim.
Blessings,
Austin Davis
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