Auto transmission leak
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From: Blackburn
Auto transmission leak
Hi everyone,
I have a C5 that seems to leak transmission fluid if it’s sat for a few weeks without moving. If I drive it weekly it seems ok, but if it’s garaged for a couple of months, I start it up every few days but it seems to have a small amount of fluid underneath. It’s about 50ml or so but looks more with it being on the floor.
Anyone else have any similar issues or solutions to the problem?
Many thanks
I have a C5 that seems to leak transmission fluid if it’s sat for a few weeks without moving. If I drive it weekly it seems ok, but if it’s garaged for a couple of months, I start it up every few days but it seems to have a small amount of fluid underneath. It’s about 50ml or so but looks more with it being on the floor.
Anyone else have any similar issues or solutions to the problem?
Many thanks
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Melting Slicks
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You need to get under it to see exactly where the fluid is coming from. Seals might dry out while sitting then leak a bit until they get re-lubricated. Or it could be the torque converter. The good news is the transmission and torque converter are in two different places so you can rule one out with a quick inspection
