A 2005 Kia Rio has oil on the gearbox housing. What could this mean?
Apr 5, 2011 at 3:09 AM
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2005 KIA RIO
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There is a leakage somewhere and if the oil is dark ( nearer to black) it is from the engine. It most likely is from the gasket or seals.
If the color of the oil is red ( maroon or dark brown, it is from the transmission and could be from one of the cooler hoses or sensors.
If the color of the oil is red ( maroon or dark brown, it is from the transmission and could be from one of the cooler hoses or sensors.
Apr 5, 2011 at 1:14 PM
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