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355 GTS F-1 Slight Leak...HELP!

Discussion in '348/355' started by FXH, Dec 10, 2006.

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  1. FXH

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    #1 FXH, Dec 10, 2006
    The other day, there was a slight leak under the rear end, directly beneath the transmission. I probably mopped up less than a half ounce of a reddish fluid with an oil smell. Started the car, let it warm up.....(it's very cold here), didn't move it. Today, just a very small amount of the same juice in the same spot on the garage floor. Any ideas out there before I call up the Brinks truck?
     
  2. No Doubt

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    #2 No Doubt, Dec 10, 2006
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  3. FXH

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    #3 FXH, Dec 10, 2006
    It looks like it is coming from directly underneath the transmission.....there is a small metal plate with holes in it, looks like a cheese grater. The metal plate is only held on with two small bolts, all on the far side of the plate. I did not see anything that looked like the picture above.
     
  4. Ricambi America

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    #4 Ricambi America, Dec 10, 2006
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    Its grease coming from the inspection plate. I would assume the triple seals (#16) have failed - at a minimum. Does the car still shift smoothly? It won't for much longer. Stop driving, and get it fixed.
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  5. FXH

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    #5 FXH, Dec 10, 2006
    Shifts a bit rough, however that was prior to me at least noticing the leak. I will take her in, thank you for your help!
     

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