Transmission leaking

MSJKU11

MSJKU11

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Found this today while under the Jeep. Transmission fluid level is fine, seems like a slow leak. Mileage is 105k, unsure of when it was serviced last. Almost looks like the seal is gone in a couple places. I'm assuming I just need to service it? Reseal, filter, fluid, ect. 20180106_164353%7E2.jpg20180106_164417%7E2.jpg
 
BrakeClean the shit out of it. Then run it and see if you can identify the source of the leak.
 
WJCO said:
BrakeClean the shit out of it. Then run it and see if you can identify the source of the leak.
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Okay I'll do this. Also all bolts are tightened. Also, is it normal for the very top to be wet? Above where the seal is.
 
MSJKU11 said:
Okay I'll do this. Also all bolts are tightened. Also, is it normal for the very top to be wet? Above where the seal is.
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With all the airflow under a vehicle, the source of transmission leaks can be tough to find. The leak residue gets blown everywhere. If you clean it off and run it and check it in your driveway, it will be easier to determine what is leaking. I've seen tons of pan gasket leaks with residue above the gasket.
 
WJCO said:
With all the airflow under a vehicle, the source of transmission leaks can be tough to find. The leak residue gets blown everywhere. If you clean it off and run it and check it in your driveway, it will be easier to determine what is leaking. I've seen tons of pan gasket leaks with residue above the gasket.
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Yep. My, “transmission leak,” turned out to be oil, from my front crank shaft seal.


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WJCO said:
With all the airflow under a vehicle, the source of transmission leaks can be tough to find. The leak residue gets blown everywhere. If you clean it off and run it and check it in your driveway, it will be easier to determine what is leaking. I've seen tons of pan gasket leaks with residue above the gasket.
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Okay, I'll let you know ow what I find after running it for a while.
 
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Couple shots of my seal. Real flimsy in a couple spots. Looks like it's broken off at this point. I had to tighten this bolt a few months back because it was leaking just a little.
 
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Couple shots of my seal. Real flimsy in a couple spots. Looks like it's broken off at this point. I had to tighten this bolt a few months back because it was leaking just a little.
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that bolt looks pretty wet.

if you've had issues with it before, I'd say drop the pan and reseal it.

possible whoever did it last time didn't make a complete circle with the RTV around the hole(s)

Just be sure to use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
 
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jeeeep said:
that bolt looks pretty wet.

if you've had issues with it before, I'd say drop the pan and reseal it.

possible whoever did it last time didn't make a complete circle with the RTV around the hole(s)

Just be sure to use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
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Are these the parts I need?
Mopar 6805 9549AA, Auto Trans Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F6E49UW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1EJuAbZXD6CJA
Mopar Automatic Transmission Fluid, 5 Liter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HN4GTQK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3DJuAb0TKW9MT
I've already got RTV and blue lock tight or I was thinking of using the lube locker seal.
Probably a good idea to service the transfer case at the same time?
 
MSJKU11 said:
Are these the parts I need?
Mopar 6805 9549AA, Auto Trans Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F6E49UW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1EJuAbZXD6CJA
Mopar Automatic Transmission Fluid, 5 Liter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HN4GTQK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3DJuAb0TKW9MT
I've already got RTV and blue lock tight or I was thinking of using the lube locker seal.
Probably a good idea to service the transfer case at the same time?
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That's correct and yes, I'd service the transfer case if it hasn't been done in awhile
 
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