rear end leak
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: SC
rear end leak
I have recently noticed a few drops of oil on the ground under the rear and some grime below the differential. I had the tranny rebuilt and the differential replaced last December, as well as all the seals. This seems like a short time for a new leak from a seal. I have searched and read about leaking from the vent on the differential. Where exactly is this located? I will take it in to have it checked, but wanted to look around under there first. It is a weekend cruiser 2002 stock.
Thanks
Thanks
Tech Contributor
Joined: May 2008
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From: Howell Michigan
St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
First thing to check is the fluid level in the trans and diff. Sometime they get over serviced and this could be the cause of your leak. The car has to be level for the oil level check.
The photo below shows where the vent is.
The photo below shows where the vent is.
Racer
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Jefferson City Missouri
Rear Differential leak
I also have the typical rear diff. leak on the left side of the car. I have a couple questions I am asking for info on. First where on the rear end is the check plug? I saw the post from Eric and was hoping it would also show the check plug but I don't see it. I need to check my fluid level. Which leads me to my second question. Mine leaks a tea spoon or less of fluid after a drive. I am wondering how much it holds and if typically it will get worse. I don't intend to have it fixed at the current leak level so wondering what I should expect as far as consumption getting worse. Ideally I would like to be able to just reach under and check if it is full as opposed to all of the jacking up, leveling etc. What da ya think.
Ps. Mine is a C5 convert. with 20,000 miles on it.
Mike
Ps. Mine is a C5 convert. with 20,000 miles on it.
Mike
