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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 09:45 AM
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I have noticed an oil leak from the front nearside of my gearbox / engine joining area . My gearbox has golden zf oil in it and steering fluid isn't that red that it could be that . Has anyone any idea what it could be ? I've tried to include a photo but can't seem to upload it . Any advice would be welcome .
 
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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 10:42 AM
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Have you had to top up the power steering reservoir?

Inspect the bottom of the vehicle whilst on stands to see if the source of the leak can be determined.
 
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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 10:56 AM
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Have you had to top up the power steering reservoir?

Inspect the bottom of the vehicle whilst on stands to see if the source of the leak can be determined.
I think I may need to as its between the minimum the maximum mark but the steering fluid doesn't appear to be red .

 
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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 11:29 AM
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Top up the power steering reservoir and clean the the area showing the leak so you can see later if there is a drop in the fluid level.

Sometimes one of the outer seals on the rack can begin to leak with fluid filling the bellows on the rack end.
 
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