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Mystery leak in strange place.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Andrew.arw, Jun 9, 2025.

  1. Jun 9, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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    Andrew.arw

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    Hey, yall.

    So, I am having the hardest time tracking down what is resulting in this slick spot on my frame.

    I cleaned it up, a few days later it came back. PS res looks good, no notable or noticeable leaks in or around that area. Coolant levels seem normal. When I wipe it with a cloth there doesn’t appear to be any color, just dark greasy.

    Shocks don’t seem as if they’re leaking. Any ideas of what could slick this area up?

    Thanks

    PS - I have been chancing a mastery clunk in the front end for a little while. I’m unsure how long it’s been doing this as well.

    No noticeable fluids on the ground.

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  2. Jun 10, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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    Have you checked your front diff breathers? Thats where mine leaked down to.
     
  3. Jun 10, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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  4. Jun 10, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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    He's showing the passenger side. Aren't all 3rd gen breathers by the battery?
     
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  5. Jun 10, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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    What reservoir looks good? You have coolant, power steering and washer fluid on that side.
     
  6. Jun 10, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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    My dad always said "as long as it's leaking, it has some in it" :rolleyes:
     
  7. Jun 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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    Look in the bottom of the airbox? Over-oiled TRD or K&N? Super easy to do with the TRD filter.
     
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    Is it oil or just "wet"? The a/c drips on the frame there?

    Also as other have mentioned the washer fluid and power steering are in that corner too.
     
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