Oil leaks out of the shifter reservoir
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Oil leaks out of the shifter reservoir
'87 N/A: Within 500 miles from the time I put oil in the shifter reservoir, it all leaks out. Where is it leaking from and how can I stop it from leaking?
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The shifter reservoir is separate from the rest of the transmission.
It is probably leaking from the side plate of the reservoir, or the top where the rubber seals will most certainly be torn.
To be honest, I just fill the box with grease.
It is probably leaking from the side plate of the reservoir, or the top where the rubber seals will most certainly be torn.
To be honest, I just fill the box with grease.
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My guess is that your problem is number 3 (Rod Cover) on the attached diagram. This is actually a tube that the shift rod passes through into the transmission. Had that problem with my S5 and replacing the tube w/integrated seals cured the problem. The tech that replaced the tube indicated that this problem was not uncommon. He was able to drop the tranny enough to allow for replacement of the tube. Of course, the fix is not cheap unless you are willing to do the work yourself. Requires removal of some exhaust parts, drive shaft, etc.
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