Leak under front of Stratus
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Leak under front of Stratus
Hi all:
Last month I had a transmission leak diagnosed and repaired. The mechanic replaced the transmission cooling lines as well as the transmission pan gasket (with a flush and fill and filter replacement). Just recently I noticed a slight leak under the front of my car -- in front of the transmission pan. As you are under the car, just under the fender, there is a plastic shield where I note residue around ther center. I have not determined it is transmission fluid yet, but am pretty certain it is not engine oil. I was curious what general problems this could be based on the location of the leak, assuming it is transmission fluid. Could this be a lingering issue with the cooling lines? The location of the previous leak was always around the pan, but this is not at the pan, but in the front as I noted.
The leak is maybe 5 drops a day.
Thanks
Matt
Last month I had a transmission leak diagnosed and repaired. The mechanic replaced the transmission cooling lines as well as the transmission pan gasket (with a flush and fill and filter replacement). Just recently I noticed a slight leak under the front of my car -- in front of the transmission pan. As you are under the car, just under the fender, there is a plastic shield where I note residue around ther center. I have not determined it is transmission fluid yet, but am pretty certain it is not engine oil. I was curious what general problems this could be based on the location of the leak, assuming it is transmission fluid. Could this be a lingering issue with the cooling lines? The location of the previous leak was always around the pan, but this is not at the pan, but in the front as I noted.
The leak is maybe 5 drops a day.
Thanks
Matt
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We'll need to know coupe/sedan, engine size and cylinder number and what year before we can help determine what is leaking (ie: 2000/sedan/2.5 v6).
[edit start]OK, looked up previous posts. You've got a 2004 sedan 2.7 right? Might be a good idea to put those specs in your vehicle info or signature [edit end]
If you have a white piece of clean cardboard, place that under the leaking area so that you can see what color the leaking fluid is, and this can help.
I have a chronic leak (about same ammount 5-10 drops a day) of transmission fluid, that is coming from my cooler lines. Get us that info, and the experts on your particular trim can best help.
[edit start]OK, looked up previous posts. You've got a 2004 sedan 2.7 right? Might be a good idea to put those specs in your vehicle info or signature [edit end]
If you have a white piece of clean cardboard, place that under the leaking area so that you can see what color the leaking fluid is, and this can help.
I have a chronic leak (about same ammount 5-10 drops a day) of transmission fluid, that is coming from my cooler lines. Get us that info, and the experts on your particular trim can best help.
Last edited by ratsttam; Mar 16, 2009 at 11:29 AM. Reason: found additional information.
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Update on car information
Sorry for not specifying car info.
My car is a 2004 2.7L V6 Stratus sedan. I confirmed the reddish color of the fluid, so yes, definitely transmission fluid. A month ago the mechanic looked over the cooling lines they replaced and said that no further leaks were present. I am not entirely believeing them, but I guess it could be another seal that has gone bad(?)
I just need to crawl under the thing and localize the leak -- but can you direct me to the general location where the cooling lines are. I would like to start there and ensure these guys aren't pulling a fast one on me.
Thanks a lot.
Matt
My car is a 2004 2.7L V6 Stratus sedan. I confirmed the reddish color of the fluid, so yes, definitely transmission fluid. A month ago the mechanic looked over the cooling lines they replaced and said that no further leaks were present. I am not entirely believeing them, but I guess it could be another seal that has gone bad(?)
I just need to crawl under the thing and localize the leak -- but can you direct me to the general location where the cooling lines are. I would like to start there and ensure these guys aren't pulling a fast one on me.
Thanks a lot.
Matt
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the cooling lines generally run forward and along the radiator. at least on my '00 strat (and '92 bonneville, '99 kia,'90 6000le). My cooler lines are what I am having problems with, but i'm just a little lazy at times, and didn't bother replacing them yet. The guys with 2g sedans can give you more detailed information.
