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Re: [T3] Auto Trans Overflow/Leak


On 11 Apr 2002, at 9:27, Ian Ruinaard wrote:

> The tranny & TQ were completely drained completely & new fluid (Dextron II)
> put in. The TQ seal on the gearbox was replaced & the tranny pan gasket was
> replaced with a home made paper gasket - (Trying to get an OE cork gasket in
> South Africa is like trying to find hens teeth). I filled the tranny with
> about 5 litres of fluid. 

You didn't mention the gear oil which is separate and necessary for lubing 
the differential. You should replace it with GL-5 gear oil.

> The car has now stood for a few days in the garage & the tranny is dripping
> fluid again.
> 
> Could it be  overflowing somewhere or must I start going through the seals.
> If I need a full seal kit I will probably have to import it from the States
> which will be pricey the current rate of exchange. 

The most common things to check are the output shaft seals and the O-ring 
that seals the governor cover.

-
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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