Hey guys. My transmission has a very small leak but its hard to pinpoint where it is coming from even after cleaning it and driving it for a couple of miles. The leak is not bad but it does leave maybe a quarter size spot on the driveway. It is around where the trans mates with the tcase and its definetely gear oil. I figure i post first then to start taking the drivetrain apart and then have the car sit. I included a pic its where those bottom two bolts are where it is leaking from. TIA

 

There is a little o-ring between the t-case and transmission. Most likely its that little o-ring gasket that is leaking.

 

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There are actually two o-rings, but with a leak that small, it is most likely the small o-ring.

 

i have this issue, i need to have my seals replaced very soon.

 

at least from the looks of it i only have to remove the tcase and leave the trans in. i might as well just replace the two but do i really have to drain all the fluids out? is there anyway i can "reuse" the old fluid if i drain it into a clean container and put it back in. its only 1500mi old

 

Yes you have to drain both fluids.

You could reuse the oil if you drain in into a clean bucket. I know it isnt cheap but I would just go with new fluids for the piece of mind. I was in the same boat as you before.

 

Yeah, no need to remove the transmission. Just unbolt the transfer case and move it towards the passenger side.

 

grrr its so expensive!!! lol oh well if im change the fluids I might as well go amsoil.