[WVdan]

I was told that a 66rfe will weapons fluid around the sensor on the passenger side above the filter pan. Has anyone heard of this. It's wet but which I figured is not right but dealer said it normal and won't fix unless it leaks.


14 2500 4x4 CC 10k

 

[Sixfive]

A transmission with a leak is not normal, weaping,dripping or pouring is a leak

 

[Rambunkshuss]

A transmission with a leak is not normal, weaping,dripping or pouring is a leak

:smileup: ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ :smileup:
I agree 1,000 percent, but a sh!tty dealer still wont TRY to fix it until its pouring fluid on the ground. A GOOD dealer will immediatly take care of it for their customer because something as simple to fix is the right thing to do if they want to keep the customer(s) happy. A happy customer will buy another vehicle from the good dealer.

 

[TransEngineer]

I understand the position that any leak is unacceptable, but if all you have is some "wet dirt" around the sensor (that is the Line Pressure sensor, by the way), it's not really anything you need to worry about. Just keep an eye on it now and then to make sure it doesn't get any worse.

Yes, the dealer should take care of it (if you ask them to), but personally I wouldn't bother with it unless it shows signs of worsening. Could just be some residual oil from the transmission plant.

That sensor has a snout on it, with two O-rings, that goes into a bore in the case. Does it look like the leak is from the bore (past the O-rings), or is it leaking from the sensor itself (between the plastic and metal parts)?

 

[WVdan]

It's wet dirt, can't tell more than that. Dealer who is someone I trust said if it was his he wouldn't mess with it and chance more issues. But since he changes the oil he will watch it and if the fluid level starts dropping he will replace it with no problem. I have a lifetime warranty so time is on my side.

 

[Rambunkshuss]

It's wet dirt, can't tell more than that. Dealer who is someone I trust said if it was his he wouldn't mess with it and chance more issues. But since he changes the oil he will watch it and if the fluid level starts dropping he will replace it with no problem. I have a lifetime warranty so time is on my side.

TransEngineer has "ok" advice. But, i will add to it... spray it clean with some CRC lectra-motive cleaner, watch it for a few days, if it continues to show signs of ANY oil, (EVEN if its a small weep) get it fixed immediately.

And if you get it fixed and it still leaks, its either a bad repair, or just a plain ole bad design flaw.

 

[TransEngineer]

While I understand the position that NO leak is acceptable, if we think about this on a practical basis, fluid "weeps" are usually not a problem. Consider:

In the 68RFE, the fluid level must usually be about 4 quarts (or more) low before you experience obvious symptoms (slippage, strange operation, etc.). Four quarts = 3,785 ml = about 75,700 drops. So, let's suppose you had a leak that was losing 10 drops per day (much worse than a "weep," and one that would certainly leave spots on the driveway). At that rate, it would take well over 20 YEARS before you lost 4 quarts of fluid.

Now I'm not trying to say that a 10-drop-per-day leak is acceptable (it isn't!). Just want to give some perspective on why I think "wet dirt" really shouldn't be a concern.

 

[Otterdriver]

While I understand the position that NO leak is acceptable, if we think about this on a practical basis, fluid "weeps" are usually not a problem. Consider:

In the 68RFE, the fluid level must usually be about 4 quarts (or more) low before you experience obvious symptoms (slippage, strange operation, etc.). Four quarts = 3,785 ml = about 75,700 drops. So, let's suppose you had a leak that was losing 10 drops per day (much worse than a "weep," and one that would certainly leave spots on the driveway). At that rate, it would take well over 20 YEARS before you lost 4 quarts of fluid.

Now I'm not trying to say that a 10-drop-per-day leak is acceptable (it isn't!). Just want to give some perspective on why I think "wet dirt" really shouldn't be a concern.

Can't argue with that argument!:thk:

 

[WVdan]

It isn't dripping or forming droplets, just wet. I was told this is a known issue with these transmissions. Anyone else having this problem, or does anyone have tech manuals that state this?

 

[TransEngineer]

It isn't dripping or forming droplets, just wet. I was told this is a known issue with these transmissions. Anyone else having this problem, or does anyone have tech manuals that state this?

No, there's not a common problem with LP sensor weepage. Most trucks should be bone dry. But we do sometimes see "wet dirt" around sensors (both the LP sensor, and the input and output speed sensors) that are sealed with O-rings.

 

[Rambunkshuss]

While I understand the position that NO leak is acceptable, if we think about this on a practical basis, fluid "weeps" are usually not a problem. Consider:

In the 68RFE, the fluid level must usually be about 4 quarts (or more) low before you experience obvious symptoms (slippage, strange operation, etc.). Four quarts = 3,785 ml = about 75,700 drops. So, let's suppose you had a leak that was losing 10 drops per day (much worse than a "weep," and one that would certainly leave spots on the driveway). At that rate, it would take well over 20 YEARS before you lost 4 quarts of fluid.

Now I'm not trying to say that a 10-drop-per-day leak is acceptable (it isn't!). Just want to give some perspective on why I think "wet dirt" really shouldn't be a concern.

No offence TE, but you got way to much time on your hands to break it down like that...lol

 

[WVdan]

one week follow up

It's been one week to the day (400 miles) since it has been cleaned. No fluid around sensor to include wet dirt. Found what appears to be residual fluid around pan, no droplet's.

Will follow up next week.

 

[Rambunkshuss]

It's been one week to the day (400 miles) since it has been cleaned. No fluid around sensor to include wet dirt. Found what appears to be residual fluid around pan, no droplet's.

Will follow up next week.

Could have been from the install of the sensor at the factory. (excess run-off)
Makes ya feel better now, after cleaning it, dont it.
Glad you took care of it... prolly be ok.