Gearbox/differential oil leaks
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Grande Punto Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2012
- Section
- Consumption /leaks/ wear › Gearbox/differential oil leaks
GEARBOX/DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAKS
An oil leak can be seen from the gearbox/differential
| Results of the tests | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check whether the fault is accompanied by gearbox noise with the vehicle parked and in neutral. Check the gearbox/differential oil level Op. 0010T41 MANUAL GEARBOX OIL CHECK LEVEL AND TOP UP IF NECESSARY | Move on to Step 1 | 1. Noise detected from gearbox 2. Oil level not correct | Proceed as instructed See table S022 GEARBOX NOISE - IN NEUTRAL 2. Restore the correct level and carry out a road test. Op. 0010T41 MANUAL GEARBOX OIL CHECK LEVEL AND TOP UP IF NECESSARY If the fault persists, move on to Step 1 | |
| 1 | CHECK FOR LEAKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Wash the gearbox thoroughly, spread with talc and carry out a road test. Check that there are no leaks. In particular, check the condition of the gaskets: - gear input shaft seal; - rear cover gasket; - differential oil seal | Move on to Step 2 | 1. Leaks from gaskets 2. Leaks from left differential flange 3. Leaks from right differential oil seal | 1. Replace the gaskets 2. Replace the flange Op. 2110D52 FLANGE ON DIFFERENTIAL - R.R WITH DRIVESHAFT REMOVED 3. Replace the oil seal Op. 2110D62 RIGHT DIFFERENTIAL SHAFT OIL SEAL - R.R WITH INTERMEDIATE DRIVESHAFT REMOVED | |
| 2 | GEAR CASING CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
1.2 8v, 1.4 8v, 1.3 JTD 16v 75 BHP; Use talc to check visually that the gear casing is intact | End of diagnosis | Casing damaged, with presence of cracks or deformities | Replace the gear casing, rear cover or entire gearbox | |
| 2 | GEAR CASING CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
1.3 JTD 16v 90 bhp, 1.9 JTD 8v; Use talc to check visually that the gear casing is intact | End of diagnosis | Casing damaged, with presence of cracks or deformities | Replace the gear casing, rear cover or entire gearbox | |
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