2006 Toyota Solara: trace the leak before the reseal
Second inspection of a 2006 Toyota Solara after a $1,400 engine/transmission oil-pan reseal estimate. Right inner CV-boot grease reaches the power-steering pump, lower mount bracket and engine pan; the left boot has minor seepage. Cleaning, leak-trace spray…Show moreShow less
Second inspection of a 2006 Toyota Solara after a $1,400 engine/transmission oil-pan reseal estimate. Right inner CV-boot grease reaches the power-steering pump, lower mount bracket and engine pan; the left boot has minor seepage. Cleaning, leak-trace spray and a 10–15 mile drive reveal no clear transmission leak source or basis for an engine-pan reseal. Both inner CV boots need attention; transmission seepage needs monitoring. The axle repair was not completed.
Concern
I check an approximately $1,400 estimate to reseal the engine and transmission oil pans.
Cause
The engine pan does not appear to be leaking. The right-front inner CV boot is slinging grease onto nearby components and toward the pan; the left inner boot has minor seepage.
Correction
I clean the residue and apply leak-trace spray. I identify both inner CV boots for attention without recommending an engine oil-pan reseal.
Verification
I do not find an obvious transmission leak source after a 10–15 mile drive; continued monitoring is appropriate.
Status
The engine oil-pan leak looks unlikely, both inner CV boots need attention, and transmission seepage remains unconfirmed.
Sources
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