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(Thread Starter) | Not Ranked : 0 score Transmission Fluid Leak This is a transmission fluid leak, right? I can’t tell where it’s coming from. Anyone know or have any ideas? |
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| Neutral : +1 score It could very well be the Pivot Shaft Seal, which is on the top of the transmision. Then leaking down the sides? Take a look at this how to, with great pictures to see if this is your problem. How-to: MS3 Pivot Shaft Seal, Bearing, Breather Replacement How-to: MS3 Pivot Shaft Seal, Bearing, Breather Replacement - Mazdaspeed Forums
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(Thread Starter) | Not Ranked : 0 score I replaced the pivot shaft seal. No more leak. I had stumbled across that post on my own and decided to try it. Way less expensive than what I thought a transmission leak would cost. |
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