2 - Oil Leaks
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 - Oil LeaksSTEP 1. Visual check.
Raise the vehicle, and check for oil leaks. If difficult to locate, steam clean the transaxle and drive the vehicle for at 1 minutes. Then check the leak again.
Q: Is the oil leak(s) found?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Check for the oil leak(s) around the engine.
STEP 2. Visual check at the clutch housing.
Q: Do oil leaks appear around the joint between the engine and the clutch housing?
YES: Remove the transaxle. Check the input shaft oil seal, and replace if necessary. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the oil seal or O-ring for damage.
Q: Is the oil seal or O-ring damaged?
YES: Replace the oil seal or the O-ring. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check symptoms.
Q: Is the oil still leaking?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis is complete.