Where does the transmission fluid leak come from?
Noticed some red/maroon colored spots on the garage floor so I jacked up the car to take a look. The area that it looked like the fluid was coming from was around the rad on the passenger side. What I think is that it is my transmission fluid cooling line as it has what appears to be in and out lines.
What does it mean when your automatic transmission is leaking?
Automatic transmissions use red or pink fluid, and lots of it. Very often, the first sign of an automatic transmission leaking is that the transmission will start to slip (the car will rev without going into gear). If the leak continues, eventually the car will not move at all.
When to know if your transmission seal is leaking?
If you start to notice oil drops on your driveway, it could be a sign of a leaking axle seal. Transmission slipping at highway speeds. While an oil spot on the driveway is a common sign, it does not always happen because the axle seal leaks more during highway driving. Instead, you may notice your transmission slipping at highway speeds.
What happens if you have a leaking axle seal?
Since the transmission fluid drops, there is not enough fluid for brake band friction, valve operation, gear lubrication, and the torque converter. If the leaking axle seal does not get fixed soon and the transmission is slipping, you could cause permanent damage to the transmission.
What causes a transmission leak on a Nissan Altima?
Here is more on the most common causes of a transmission leak: If your Nissan Altima’s transmission fluid levels are full, but you are experiencing these symptoms, you should pay attention to the color of your transmission fluid. Most transmission fluid is going to be a nice amber color.
What kind of fluid does a Nissan Altima use?
Your Nissan Altima’s transmission fluid is a hydraulic fluid, and has three main jobs: Lubricant – Just like motor oil it keeps the many complex mechanical parts inside of a transmission from wearing out. Coolant – Here it does the same job as antifreeze going through a motor.
Noticed some red/maroon colored spots on the garage floor so I jacked up the car to take a look. The area that it looked like the fluid was coming from was around the rad on the passenger side. What I think is that it is my transmission fluid cooling line as it has what appears to be in and out lines.
What to do if your transmission fluid is low?
The best way to avoid low transmission fluid is to check it often and follow Nissan’s maintenance schedule. You should also visually inspect your transmission coolant lines. The pan gasket, and pan itself will often leak as well. Nearly every transmission will need to be checked at operating temperature.