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#421 of 580 Re: 1992 Subaru Legacy FWD Automatic Transaxel Leak [pupparent] by xwesx

Jun 28, 2010 (11:54 am)

Replying to: pupparent (Jun 26, 2010 12:29 am)
I just want to add to this that it starts dripping as soon as the car starts. It doesn't need any time to warm up or anything.
 
That is not too surprising, given that an automatic transmission works through hydraulic pressure. As soon as the engine is running, the system pressurizes. I would have to be more familiar with the way that housing is put together to be of any more use to you. If it is coming from the gasket area, that means the center/front differential is a sealed unit with the transmission housing attaching to the back of i, with automatic transmission fluid being in direct contact with the gasket area. If it is a single gasket, replacing it would involve fully separating the two units, probably after removing the entire transaxle from the car.
 
The leak may be varying in its intensity as result of small debris in the lubricant partially blocking it from time to time. Again, I am only speculating.
 
A member with the handle "girlcarbuilder" may be able to provide you with good advice on this one.

#422 of 580 Re: 98 Subaru Legacy - Wheels binding in turns [xwesx] by pj43

Jul 03, 2010 (5:24 am)

Replying to: xwesx (Jun 21, 2010 9:56 am)
Re: I have a 97 and the light blinks 16 times, and binds in reverse a full turn.
its not affected in forward. A mechanic told me its the sellanoids, there is 3 in the valve body, electrical problem, not uncommon. Can fix by pulling the pan down.
Your input is greatly appreciated.

#423 of 580 Re: 98 Subaru Legacy - Wheels binding in turns [pj43] by jbjjc9

Jul 03, 2010 (7:57 am)

Replying to: pj43 (Jul 03, 2010 5:24 am)
Hi, I found the binding is the clutch packs located in the extension housing at the rear of the tranny and the blinking light is telling you an electrical fault occurred the last time you ran the car. That is probably the duty C solenoid which operates the clutch pack and is located in the extension housing as well, not at the tranny pan. I just had mine replaced 2 days ago for $550 and the car works fine. Check out these photos and you will see the clutch pack lying down and the solenoid mounted just to the right with wires coming out. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v204/All_talk/Subaru/4EAT/Image007.jpg I hope this helps.

#424 of 580 Re: 98 Subaru Legacy - Wheels binding in turns [jbjjc9] by xwesx

Jul 07, 2010 (11:24 am)

Replying to: jbjjc9 (Jul 03, 2010 7:57 am)
Very nice. Thanks for sharing; those photos are excellent. It looks like you did much more than just the center differential clutch pack and solenoid. Would you mind elaborating on the work for our benefit? Also, it looks like a few of the replacement parts (such as what looks like an internal drive shaft between the front and center differentials) are not the same between original and new. Did the new ones still work?

#425 of 580 auto is leaking really, really bad by cosmic007

Jul 11, 2010 (11:53 pm)

it is leaking out of the breather in the front diff it is a 1994 legacy can someone help me asap

#426 of 580 Re: auto is leaking really, really bad [cosmic007] by xwesx

Jul 13, 2010 (10:33 am)

Replying to: cosmic007 (Jul 11, 2010 11:53 pm)
What kind of fluid is it leaking? Gear oil or automatic transmission fluid? If it is ATF, there is a good chance that the internal driveshaft seal to the front differential blew.

#427 of 580 1992 Subaru Legacy FWD Automatic Transaxel Leak by pupparent

Jul 21, 2010 (7:11 pm)

1992 Subaru Legacy , FWD, Automatic Trans.,
I have a leak from the Gasket that goes in between the Transmission and the Differential.
Appx. what kind of price should I be expecting a transmission shop to charge to have this gasket replaced?
Could there be a reason why this gasket would have started leaking, besides it probably being the same age as the car?
Any info. provided is appreciated, I really need my car fixed but I don't want to get taken advantage of or be screwed over.
Thank You Everybody and Anybody!

#428 of 580 Re: 1992 Subaru Legacy FWD Automatic Transaxel Leak [pupparent] by xwesx

Jul 22, 2010 (10:08 am)

Replying to: pupparent (Jul 21, 2010 7:11 pm)
I am not really sure, but the transaxle does have to be pulled from the car. Based on that, I would estimate somewhere between 6-8 hours of labor. I would guess shop rates in your area are at least $100 (since they seem to be everywhere!), so probably between $700 and $1000.
 
Of course, the seal itself is probably a $20 part....

#429 of 580 Re: 98 Subaru Legacy - Wheels binding in turns [xwesx] by pj43

Jul 27, 2010 (4:49 pm)

Replying to: xwesx (Jul 07, 2010 11:24 am)
I want to thank you very much for your link with trans.back end removed.
I finally had my 97 fixed, my mechanic went by your inst. the car works like a charm. No more blinking, no more biding in rev. no lunging forward when shutting off the engine. works great. pj43

#430 of 580 Re: Automatic Trans not engaging - Legacy 2000 [tschofen] by smashermash

Jul 27, 2010 (9:28 pm)

Replying to: tschofen (Mar 01, 2007 7:42 am)
I see this is an old post, however, I'm currently experiencing the same exact problem with my 2000 lgt wagon...I had to wait about 15 minutes before the transmission engaged tonight after work. The fluid is full and does not smell burnt or appear discolored. The transmission holds strong when in gear, just has technical difficulties engaging.
 
Just wondering if you or anyone else have been able to find some kind of solution to this problem. I'm not all that familiar with the operations of a transmission, but a coworker suggested that their may be some sort of hydraulic hose clogged or pinched that engages the transmission?? Any feedback is greatly appreciated!
 
Thank you!
John

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