Transmission Fluid
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Power steering is all up front of the engine. It is possible that they bumped a transmission cooling line and that triggered the leak, but if the tube was rusty enough to break, it most likely was on its way out....
Sounds like someone else did the pump for you, you may be able to convince them it was their fault.... or they may point out the line is rusty and they aren't liable.
Sounds like someone else did the pump for you, you may be able to convince them it was their fault.... or they may point out the line is rusty and they aren't liable.
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If that's an E4OD, there's a line pressure test port at about that location, it might've backed out or something.
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The red fluid was leaking from the small tube in this photograph. Any suggestions for a simple fix?
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Vent/Drain for Flywheel cover
Apparently the fluid leaked from the Vent/Drain for Flywheel cover. Research indicates that the front pump gasket or seal may be leaking, I recently changed the starter--any possible connection? I put two quarts to Mercon V in to the transmission and was able to drive the truck for a short time. The transmission shifts into reverse reluctantly and shifts into drive more easily. Since I don't know how many miles are on the replaced transmission, not sure is I want to invest is having the seal replaced. Anyone know how much replacing the seal costs?
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Oh OK that makes more sense .. better picture 
when the E4OD over heats it's known for Puking Fluid out the front seal, sometimes they kinda fix themselves but if it a continuous thing then you probably gonna have to replace the seal....( this means dropping the tranny)
I don't see how it can be related to just changing the starter
maybe time for a fluid flush and change.
when the E4OD over heats it's known for Puking Fluid out the front seal, sometimes they kinda fix themselves but if it a continuous thing then you probably gonna have to replace the seal....( this means dropping the tranny)
I don't see how it can be related to just changing the starter
maybe time for a fluid flush and change.
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I have seen these transmission loose front seals instantly. My 94 did when I was moving hay. The seal showed no signs of any deterioration. No bushing issues. Swapped the seal and have been going ever since.
Been awhile but I am thinking it was a seal you install dry. Make you use something like nonchorinated brake cleaner and blow the sealing surface dry. Don't use a rag and wipe it off.
Been awhile but I am thinking it was a seal you install dry. Make you use something like nonchorinated brake cleaner and blow the sealing surface dry. Don't use a rag and wipe it off.
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Here's a good video on DIY transmission flush:
If you have to drop the transmission to replace the front seal you MAW rebuild the entire thing. E4ODs don't have a reputation for being all that strong.
Here's a good video on DIY transmission flush:
If you have to drop the transmission to replace the front seal you MAW rebuild the entire thing. E4ODs don't have a reputation for being all that strong.
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