Vapour Trails Posted September 2, 2017 Report Share Posted September 2, 2017 I intended to replace my harmonic balancer today but in preparing for that found two new issues. An apparent transmission leak And a possible power steering leak Any advice or opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted September 2, 2017 Report Share Posted September 2, 2017 Transmission fluid leaks usually happen at the driverside axle where it inserts into the transmission. Not sure exactly where this area in the video is. Power steering hose leaks occur either due to pinholes in the line or a leaking banjo bolt, you would have to take the "wrap" off to check. It could look black simply due to grime accumulated during driving, OR the fluid is in really bad shape (easily checked at the reservoir) &/or low. Does the fluid smell nasty? Do you have AWD? Is it effort at any time after starting the engine to move the steering wheel back & forth? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted September 4, 2017 Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 Not seeing an issue to worry about on the transmission/engine flywheel cover. Power steering may be more of a seep than a leak at this time. Repair would be about 300 dollars for the power steering if a garage replaces the hose/s Either way I would monitor it and keep an eye on both fluids for now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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