Transmission loi leak and took to the dealer fix the leak what else could it be

It sounds like you had a leak & failed to address
that & yes-- ruined the trans

Any repair shop can check or service any trans

Nothing special at a dealer or reason to go there

I bought a 2000 RL used, with some factory warranty remaining, and then bought an extended warranty. While hnder warranty, car began to smell up my garage from fumes from oil dripping onto hot exhaust. Not enough oil at that point to show up on garage floor. Complained to dealer about the odor but Acura Master Mechanic (said he) couldn't find source of odor (although I told him I suspected an oil leak because I had prior experience with oil leaks and resultant smells on another car). On the next service visit after the extended warranty expired, same master mechanic said my RL's rear main oil seal was leaking onto exhaust causing odor. And the dealer wanted north of $1000 to fix it. I declined. Leak has steadily gotten worse - now visible drops on garage floor. An independent repair shop quoted $650 plus the cost of replacing expensive, special Honda transmission fluid. Took my complaint all the way up the chain to the head of Honda in Japan, but got no assistance. No more Honda products for me.

my car was leaking very bad transmission fluid do to my transmission pan so i took it off cleand it up. and found that the pan was a bit warpped and added silicone to new gasket and that fixed my problem for the pan. then i also had to replace the inner and outer seals and now my car dont leak transmission fluid anymore :)

sounds like trans cooler in radiator has breached leaking coolant into trans and trans into coolant.i know for sure that nissan extended the warranty on radiator for this problem.i am not sure the mileage and time limits.but if you fall within those limits they should also warrant the trans as this would be the source of failure(collateral damage).good luck and remember the squeaky wheel gets the grease!1-800-nissan1.ecm relay would not be a contributing factor.

fix the coolin lines going to the tansmission cooler its probably loose fitting going into the radiatior cooler 16mm wrench should fix u up 5/8"is the same as 16mm.

I assume you have the 4 speed auto and that it is red auto transmission fluid which is leaking.

You obviously have a leak from the transmission itself, or from a transmission fluid hose, which must be identified and fixed urgently. The leaking fluid is no doubt coming into contact with the hot exhaust system (often by blow back) which will give you a burning fluid smell.

You must ensure you check the transmission fluid level immediately and top it up with the correct spec fluid. Otherwise the transmission will malfunction if very low on fluid and you will potentially damage it.

You need to need to get the vehicle to a Subaru dealer for service or to a competent/reputable auto transmission specialist to have the leak identified and fixed as soon as possible.

Sean

Yes, The soleniod pack is located on the outside of the transmission. There are a few bolts holding it on and a seal or o ring gasket behind it. The lines mght look corroded and rusted, but if they are not leaking then leave them alone. The inside of the line is just fine. You may borrowing trouble trying to replace them. The fitting and line could be brittle. You may have to purchase the solenoid pack from the dealer not sure. I would check you local auto parts store for the part first. Once the solenoid pack is replace, The tranmission might have to be reset to correct settings. The transmission can be reset by your local transmission shop. The transmission shop may do the repairs for a lot less then the dealer. I would inquire for an estiamate from your transmission shop just in case.

Good Luck

We had the same problem with a 2002 Rodeo. The transmission must be replaced. But keep in mind the Powertrain Warranty (yes this does cover the transmission) on 2000-2003 Rodeo's is 10yr/120,000 miles. Call 800-255-6727 with your vin# and they will verify. Good luck!

These transmissions have faulty accumulator piston seals on the transmissions. Get it in and have the dealer fix it before you run the tans low on fluid. These transmissions are very difficult to fill with fluid. My dealer charged me $125.00 for the repair.

in my opinion if the car is changing gears fine then just fix the gasket and seals when you can if its changing fine then they are trying to rip you off as renewing the seals and gasket will fix your leak and if its slipping gears it could last a day it could last a year so if its slipping yes its important to replace it