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'98 Tacoma 5vzfe MT. Orange fluid leaking from under engine/drivers area

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Draper98Tacoma, Mar 16, 2017.

  1. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:08 PM
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    Draper98Tacoma

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    I've got an orange fluid leaking from underneath my pickup. It seems to be coming from the engine/transmission area, and is a thicker viscosity. I checked my transmission today and that was fine fluid level wise, all my other fluids were okay and/or seem to be okay. I have a power steering leak, but I don't think it would be from that. What else might it be?
     
  2. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:49 PM
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    Power steering fluid (ATF), transmission, and coolant are the only fluids that could be mistaken for orange colored, I think. If you have a power steering leak then it is likely ATF.
     
  3. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:55 PM
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    Well shit, thanks man!
     
  4. Mar 16, 2017 at 6:01 PM
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    No prob, lol. I think you already had it answered. One thing to keep in mind, regarding the power steering leaking, is to not allow the reservoir for the fluid to get empty. If you do, you run the risk of ruining the power steering pump. Which could double or triple the cost of the repair as compared to fixing now.
     

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