Fluid Leak Diagnosis and Repair: Notes

Tools Required

• J 28428-E  High Intensity Black Light
• J 28431-6  Fluorescent Oil Additive

The cause of most transaxle oil leaks can usually be located with the transaxle in the vehicle. The transaxle case components are constructed of aluminum and separated into the following pieces:

• The right case
• The left case
• The transaxle side cover

If a leak exists between the left case and the right case, remove the transaxle from the vehicle in order to repair the leak. Refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION - MK5 - OVERHAUL for transaxle unit repair procedures. Most other leaks may be repaired with the transaxle in the vehicle. Use the following methods in order to locate manual transaxle oil leaks: