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Leak from the rear (bottom) of my engine

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Old 12-28-2003, 03:39 PM
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Leak from the rear (bottom) of my engine

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I ran over a f-ing muffler a month or so ago (it was foggy) and when I last changed my oil, I noticed a leak coming from the bottom rear of my engine. It's not oil, but is clear and comes down on the soft rubber tube running from the engine to the middle/center of the car. What is the rubber tube for? Would it be best if I enclosed a pic of the tube to give everyone a better visual? I'd like to do any preventative maint before it becomes really necessary. Thanks.
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Old 12-28-2003, 03:43 PM
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if its red its PS fluid, clear would be brake fluid, check all your levels and get the leak fixed....
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There was a thread a while back on this mystery tube....as I recall it came from the tranny, but I will look around for the thread and post if I find it.
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Hey cutlr, where are you in Fairfax...I'm right down the road.....you GMU?
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It may be from your air conditioner.
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by DAP
It may be from your air conditioner.
Seconded, your A/C still runs at all times in the winter if you are using the "auto" feature on your controls.

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