[Z06] Rear end leak
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Le Mans Master
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From: Communist Colorado
Rear end leak
Went for a 75 mile or so round trip & parked it in the garage. I noticed a small puddle of gear lube under the rear end. I couldnt see where exactly it was coming from. I wiped it clean, in hopes that next time it leaks, it will be easy to follow the trail. Any ideas in the meantime?
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Concur. Common issue. Not a big deal. Covered by warranty. Normally no collateral issues from the repair. Good time for changing the tranny fluid too while they're back there and in the mood.
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Originally Posted by 81c3
...I noticed a small puddle of gear lube under the rear end....
Originally Posted by 81c3
sounds like something I could live with for a little while as long as I keep an eye on the level huh? ok 
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From: shelby twp. mi
Had the same problem at about 4000 miles. I took it in and they replaced the seal and the tech said he didn't notice any problems and was unsure why it leaked as well but still replaced the seals as he had checked everything out to be sure no damage. About a week later took it on about a 75 mile drive so the fluid got nice and hot and still another puddle about the size of a quarter on my garage floor and it never leaked again after that.. I'm guessing he overfilled it and it came thru the vent tube due to heat. I would still take it in to be safe.
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