Oil leak at Tranny bell housing

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I have this leak at the bell housing. It looks like tranny oil but I am not sure; its dark oil. I have not lifted the car to check but I did replace the rear crank seal when I replaced the oil pan gasket. any idea?

[zxert]

Most tranny fluid is clearish. Its probably oil. Clean up the area as best as you can to pin it down. I'm guessing rear crank seal.

[samiam3356]

rear main

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DAMN!!! I really dont want to take that damn tranny out again. What a B**** of a job it is. And I already did the rear main seal - why would it be leaking?

[cabin]

Transmission input shaft seal.

Not all tranny fluid is clear...could be red if using ATF.

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How can I test which oil it is? Honestly... when I let the car idle in place, I find both clear oil and sometimes and dirty oil. (?????)

[e46s54dr]

How can I test which oil it is? Honestly... when I let the car idle in place, I find both clear oil and sometimes and dirty oil. (?????)

Easiest way is prolly to smell it. It may sound stupid but they have distinct odors to them.

[Philo]

And I already did the rear main seal - why would it be leaking?

Answer: Improper installment. That is usually the case when putting a new seal in. I always take my time when installing. It's imperative to make sure the rubber ring is even and laying flat around the entire rim.

[mr.vang]

How can I test which oil it is? Honestly... when I let the car idle in place, I find both clear oil and sometimes and dirty oil. (?????)

you taste it. tranny oil will taste like chicken

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I was thinking improper installment; but either this just started happening after no leaks for about 40-50 miles or so, or I just started noticing it. However, I have been driving it close distances and have noticed that it is leaking less and less. Now it is to the point where it drops maybe 10-15 drops in a couple hours when earlier in the day is was a drop every 5 seconds or so. ?????