Finding the Leak
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- Determine if the fluid is one of the following types:
- Engine oil
- Automatic transmission fluid
- Power steering fluid
- Use the following steps in order to determine the location of the fluid leak:
- Run the vehicle at normal operating temperature.
- Park the vehicle over a large sheet of paper.
- After several minutes, observe the drops of fluid that fall on the paper.
Use the drops on the paper in order to determine the location of the leak.
- Visually inspect around the suspected component.
Inspect around the gasket mating surfaces for leaks.
Use a mirror in order to find leaks in areas that are difficult to reach.
- If you cannot locate the leak, use one of the following items in order to clean the suspected area:
- A degreaser
- Steam
- A spray solvent
- Thoroughly dry the area.
- Operate the vehicle for several miles at normal operating temperature and varying speeds.
- Visually inspect the suspected component.
If you still cannot locate the leak, use the powder method or the black light and dye method in order to locate the leak.