Rear end leak question
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Rear end leak question
I have read all of the forum posts and I am guessing the leak that just appeared on my 99 is the "leaky rear end" and not just a leak from running it hard one time. If my guess is correct, I need to take it to a shop, but don't want to drive it if it could cause additional damage. Would appreciate any and all feedback. Also, if anyone in the Raleigh area knows of a good Corvette service shop I would like some recommendations. Thanks Jeff
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If the leak just started, chances are not enough fluid has leaked out of the differential to cause any problems during a trip to the dealer.
You can check the fluid level by removing the access plug and using your finger to see where the level is. Here's a file that shows the location of the fill plug.
You can check the fluid level by removing the access plug and using your finger to see where the level is. Here's a file that shows the location of the fill plug.
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With a leak that big, I STRONGLY recommend checking the differential fluid level and refilling before driving. DRIVE at a minimum before you get it fixed!
Could be leaking from several areas.
- Output shaft seals "left & right"
- "O" ring joint between the transmission and differential
- Possibly from the vent at the top of the transmission.
Recommend refilling, wiping everything down and then inspect the DIFF/TRANS for additional leakage.
Do you have a MN6 or A4 Transmission?
Could be leaking from several areas.
- Output shaft seals "left & right"
- "O" ring joint between the transmission and differential
- Possibly from the vent at the top of the transmission.
Recommend refilling, wiping everything down and then inspect the DIFF/TRANS for additional leakage.
Do you have a MN6 or A4 Transmission?
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With a leak that big, I STRONGLY recommend checking the differential fluid level and refilling before driving. DRIVE at a minimum before you get it fixed!
Could be leaking from several areas.
- Output shaft seals "left & right"
- "O" ring joint between the transmission and differential
- Possibly from the vent at the top of the transmission.
Recommend refilling, wiping everything down and then inspect the DIFF/TRANS for additional leakage.
Do you have a MN6 or A4 Transmission?
Could be leaking from several areas.
- Output shaft seals "left & right"
- "O" ring joint between the transmission and differential
- Possibly from the vent at the top of the transmission.
Recommend refilling, wiping everything down and then inspect the DIFF/TRANS for additional leakage.
Do you have a MN6 or A4 Transmission?
I have a MN6 and have an appointment next week for service. It will be parked until then. The shop is 10 miles away, but I don't mind towing it there if damage is possible.
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it could also be the side cover o-rings and the worst scenario which I hope doesn't apply here, but the case itself could be cracked... with a leak that significant it should be pretty obvious where it's coming from, are you able to get under the car and take a look?