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Posted on Jul 16, 2011

Idle axle seal leaking will a new seal stop the leak or is there a possibility of something internal leaking through the automatic transmission then out the axle seal?

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 18, 2009

SOURCE: 1998 Saturn SC1 transmission

if there a small leak in the tank the faster you go the more pressure there is and that pressure opens up hta hole and lets that fluid out

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 18, 2009

SOURCE: 1998 Saturn SC1 transmission

my be the front pump seal is no good it leaks when it seats

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 10, 2011

SOURCE: I have a 2004 Saturn

That is a very strong possibility, however I think that your husband would have made certan that the seal was seated propperly. So all you can do is change the seal again. Make sure you inspect the cv shaft where the seal rides for any vissable damage sharp cut marks, dents or scrapes. Also lubricate the in side of the seal with some grease upon installation. Take care when slidding the cv shaft into place so no damage can occure to the seal. Good Luck, From Ernie @ RedDeer, Alberta, Canada.

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