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Auto transmission dipstick tube 200 1993

posted by  chup on  Mon Jan 22 15:35 CST 2018
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OK. I already know not to try to remove the tube from the pan as the connecting mechanisms have a life of their own.
Problem is that it's leaking there. On my last 240 I had the same problem and so I had it welded and tested for leaks before putting it back on.
Back to the present car...last summer I applied some Seal All and that held off the leak for a while. Now it's back and the pan gasket is leaking as well.
My plan is to cut the tube (and splice is a piece of rubber hose with clamps upon reinstallation) below the starter bolts, take the pan off, and somehow fix the tube leak. Just wondering if there's an alternative to welding.
Thanks.








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    posted by  someone claiming to be on  Wed Dec 31 18:00 CST 1969 [RELATED]

    I would take the low tech approach first. Leaks are not always coming from where they may appear to be. Torque the pan bolts to 44 in-lb, then spray it down with some cleaner and hose it off. It may all be from a loose pan, I retorque mine about once a year, or whenever I start to see signs of a leak.
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    Bruce S. near D.C.



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    posted by  someone claiming to be on  Wed Dec 31 18:00 CST 1969 [RELATED]

    imo

    1. drain fluid at the pan
    2. remove the 2 starter bolts and let the starter hang AFTER removing neg battery terminal
    3. remove pan bolts since you need to replace the gasket anyway
    4. take pan off and work on it at your bench....so much easier
    5. weld it at the bench
    6. reinstall

    should not take more than an hour welding included



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