HydroGear T2-CDBE-5X1A-18C1 transaxle leak

[lee]

Transaxle is leaking from the shifter shaft seal. I looked at a parts diagram and I don't even see a seal on that shaft. Is there a seal on the shift shaft? If so is it replaceable without disassembling the transaxle?

[RJRacing]

yes, you can replace that seal with out splitting it apart, you might have to buy the whole seal kit though to get it

[StarTech]

If you are referring to the one on the control arm it is PN 45076 superseded to PN 53901 - SEAL .75 X 1.125 X .25 LIP. Actually the IPL is showing it to be the same as the axle seals.

[lee]

I'll order the seal, many thanks, Lee

[lee]

The lip that rides on the shaft was pushed out so I'm guessing it wasn't installed right from the factory. I have an older HydroGear parts tranny so I was able to rob a good seal off the axle. Where do I add/check the oil level on this tranny? Does it use 20W50 like the older tranny I have?

[StarTech]

Fill the T2 to the bottom of the oil fill port threads. SAE20W50. Recheck the fluid level once the unit has been operated for approximately 1 minute. Purge as needed.

[lee]

It took a few oz of 20W50. It's now filled and so far no leaks. Many thanks for the help Starfire! Wishing you and everyone in this great forum a Happy New Year!