Transmission Blows Fluid
Question:
I remember another post in this NG about the same problem, fluid coming from the dipstick. That poster found the problem to be his/her thermostat if I remember correctly. Seems the engine temp was going a little over 210 degrees and caused the transmission to run hot. Hope this helps. AL
Response:
Is the fluid on the stick at all foamy, burned smelling, or milky? Is it coming from the dipstick tube? Is the fluid level correct? Power washed the tranny cooler and radiator fins lately? With 6 inches, it should be pretty easy to wash the underbelly and crawl underneath after you drive it awhile. Look for the drip and follow it up to the wet spot? I have seen engine overheating on Firebirds etc. due to missing air dams broken off by parking over curbs. The missing air dam shouldn’t be a problem on the truck as long as the radiator cowl/fan shroud is in place. Good Luck, Preston > I just bought a 1997 GMC Yukon 4X4 with a 6′ Pro-Comp Suspension Lift…… > My problem is that when the transmission gets hot, it blows fluid from > somewhere near the right front fender well….. The transmission shop keeps > telling me that everything is fine…… the plastic air dam on the front > bumper is missing (will that make it overheat) has anyone had this > problem????? > Dennis Gann
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Response:
I just bought a 1997 GMC Yukon 4X4 with a 6′ Pro-Comp Suspension Lift…… My problem is that when the transmission gets hot, it blows fluid from somewhere near the right front fender well….. The transmission shop keeps telling me that everything is fine…… the plastic air dam on the front bumper is missing (will that make it overheat) has anyone had this problem????? Dennis Gann
