UV fluid leak detection euipment
CAUTION:Do not try to stop the fluid leak by increasing the torque beyond specifications. This may cause damage to the transaxle case threads.
Check the fluid filler tube at the transaxle case. If any leakage is found, install a new plug.
Check the fluid tubes and fittings between the transaxle and the cooler for looseness, wear or damage. If leakage cannot be stopped by tightening a fluid tube nut, install new components.
If leakage is found at the transaxle range selector lever, install a new seal.
If leakage is found at the transaxle wiring harness connector, install a new O-ring.
The transaxle is equipped with the following components to prevent external fluid leakage:
1
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O-ring - Output speed sensor
2
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Converter housing (sealant to case)
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Case (sealant to converter housing)
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O-ring - Turbine speed sensor
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Seal assy - Differential
8
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O-ring - Bulkhead wiring harness connector
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Cover assy - End (sealant to case)
10
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Seal - Case cover (end cover to case) (2)
11
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Seal - Manual shaft - Fluid (2)
12
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Pan - Fluid (sealant to case)
Fluid Leakage in Torque Converter Area
In diagnosing and correcting fluid leaks in the pump support and gear and torque converter area, use the following procedures to locate the exact cause of the leakage. Leakage between the transaxle and engine, as evidenced by fluid around the torque converter housing, may have several sources. By careful observation it is possible, in many instances, to pinpoint the source of leak before removing the transaxle from the vehicle. The paths which the fluid may take to reach the bottom of the torque converter housing are shown in the illustration. The five steps following correspond to the numbers in the illustration.
Fluid soluble aniline or fluorescent dyes premixed at the rate of 2.5ml (1/2 teaspoon) of dye powder to 0.24L (1/2 pint) of automatic transaxle fluid have proven helpful in locating the source of fluid leakage. Such dyes may be used to determine whether an engine fluid or transaxle fluid leak is present. An ultraviolet light must be used to detect the fluorescent dye solution.