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The higher the fluid temperature the thinner it gets, therefore it may leak.
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Why does my ford windstar leak transmission fluid only when it is hot?
The Windstar transmission could have a seal that leaks worse as the transmission gets hot and the fluid is under pressure. Go to a car wash and clean the transmission good. Watch for several days to see where the fluid is leaking from so that you can find and fix the leak.
Why does ford diesel 6.0 not start after its warmed up?
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Do I check the transmission when hot or cold?
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What might cause my 2007 ford mustang to have strong burning smell Car not running hot cant locate source any ideas?
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What will stop a water leak on a hot water line?
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What makes an 1986 ford tempo automatice transmission stay in first gear until engine and transmission are hot?
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The transmission oil cooler is located in the radiator. A leak that allows oil in the radiator will also allow coolant to enter the transmission doing great harm. Check the transmission , after driving and the oil is hot water vapor will come out of the dip stick tube.
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