Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

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michael.perezge
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Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

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The source of the transmission fluid leak that is dripping from the front of the vehicle remains a mystery to me. Driving the vehicle for a while after cleaning the area revealed seepage on the radiator's bottom right side, so I took a second look. I have already eliminated the lower line connections and connectors that are located immediately above the lower radiator hose. To have a better look, I would need to remove the airbox, therefore I haven't checked the connection between the upper line and the radiator. One such location is the radiator's transmission portion. The transmission was verified to be leak-free.
Is the radiator a typical location for transmission fluid leaks?
Are there any new radiators that can be purchased if the old one breaks?

Thank you for the helpful suggestions.
lucas_diazp
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Re: Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

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Along with the radiator, you have an integrated transmission oil cooler system. The cooler can be leaking, in which case you'll need to get a new one. Call FCP Euro; they will be able to tell you what to get and what to check.
michael.perezge
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Re: Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

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The higher coupling is where I discovered the leak.
michael.perezge
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Re: Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

Post by michael.perezge »

The higher line fitting that leads into the radiator is the source of the leak, which I have located. Can the fitting have its seal changed?
arjun_wilsonu
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Re: Transmission fluid leak in 2002 C230K

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I think that's all.
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