Transfer case poll

[equi57]

I'm looking at the invoice "Moderate oil leak at the transfer case to the transmission area and slight leak at the front left axle output seal. They removed the transfer case assembly and replaced left side t/c input seal and transmission side axle output seal.
I had to have them show me pix to explain what they were doing. All I heard was Warranty, no charge.
Then they said the left axle seal was leaking.
Again all I heard was Warranty, no charge. When it comes to cars it's sad to say I'm very naive.

[njjoe]

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Yeah, it looks like you had two separate leaks. That's odd, very odd. My guess is that the guy at the factory who was responsible for the final transmission assembly was probably having a bad day.

-njjoe

[equi57]

ya wonder eh?

[jason1234]

Originally posted by equi57
ya wonder eh?

You must be from Canada, eh?

[equi57]

Yup, I'm 50km west of Edmonton. The Murano is great in the snow, but the -30 to -35 really stiffens it up. Thank goodness for heated garages and block heaters. Does any one use synthetic oil?

[NYMURANO]

My transfer "cases" failed 3 times. The front end went one at about 5000 miles, another time at about 35-40000 miles and the rear end went at about 45000. when the rear went the diff cover was cracked in half right down the center. If the resale value wasnt so terrible i would get rid of this heap asap.

[jimb]

Hi guys - long time no post. It's been a great car - and still is. At 46,000 miles, though - time for new rear brakes. A good friend and even better mechanic buddy of mine did the job and sighted a leaking TC. So, it's at the dealer now getting checked up. He told me it was leaking ON TOP of the exhaust - therefore it's gone undetected (no drips in the garage).

My buddy also noted I need a new serpantine belt - however the other belt (didn't know I had two) looked brand new.

I'll repost when I hear something. It's been over at the dealer now since 11 a.m. EST today.

Later - Jim

[jimb]

Bad seal. One on order. It's going to be a huge job - would have been approx $2K parts and labor - so the ext. warranty just paid for itself - unless they're going to (I think they should - I will ask) cover this under a drivetrain warranty - therefore - no deductible. I did have both belts replaced today - $129

[guggenhe]

I've had 2 transfer cases crack on me. Felt like the car was going to shake itself to pieces. I am picking it up tonight - damn thing better at least be washed.

Luckily, still under warranty.

[jaak]

Originally posted by jimb
Bad seal. One on order. It's going to be a huge job - would have been approx $2K parts and labor - so the ext. warranty just paid for itself - unless they're going to (I think they should - I will ask) cover this under a drivetrain warranty - therefore - no deductible. I did have both belts replaced today - $129

Sure it's just a bad seal? That's what mine looked like, when it had a cracked case...

[equi57]

Hi Jaack
I just had all the transfer case seals replaced (under warranty) both axle seals done (under warranty) and for a week no leaks on the floor,,,,,but,,,,,,,,just yesterday I could smell the faint oder and it was very faint of transmission fluid off the exhaust. The dealer swears the TC is fine,,,,,what was the give away that confirmed the TC was cracked?
Thanks
Marty

[equi57]

Well,,,,, after 2 weeks of not having to visit the dealer to correct the problem of transmission fluid smell off the exhaust,,,,I will be back there on Tues to have them look at it again. Sometimes no smell,,,,,then sometimes there is. It's a very faint smell,,,,,,,very frustrating. All the seals have been replaced with in 30 days.The dealer swears the TC is fine. The funny thing is I have no deposits on the floor. Any suggestions??
Anyone gone through this? The vehicle runs great.
One other thing. There's a lot in central Alberta that gets all their vehicles from Arizona. Odessa??? something like that. They had a 07 Mo SE AWD with 20k on it. They would have to install block heater and seat warmers, all for the low price of $37,000. They say all the paperwork is in order and have been doing this for many years.
Opinions any one. I know if it's too good to be true it is. By the way the same vehicle here in Edmonton Ab is approx $47k tax in.
Thanks
Marty

[Eric L.]

Originally posted by equi57
Well,,,,, after 2 weeks of not having to visit the dealer to correct the problem of transmission fluid smell off the exhaust,,,,I will be back there on Tues to have them look at it again. Sometimes no smell,,,,,then sometimes there is. It's a very faint smell,,,,,,,very frustrating. All the seals have been replaced with in 30 days.The dealer swears the TC is fine. The funny thing is I have no deposits on the floor. Any suggestions??
Anyone gone through this? The vehicle runs great.
One other thing. There's a lot in central Alberta that gets all their vehicles from Arizona. Odessa??? something like that. They had a 07 Mo SE AWD with 20k on it. They would have to install block heater and seat warmers, all for the low price of $37,000. They say all the paperwork is in order and have been doing this for many years.
Opinions any one. I know if it's too good to be true it is. By the way the same vehicle here in Edmonton Ab is approx $47k tax in.
Thanks
Marty

Jaak posted a nice picture here somewhere (and reposted several times by njjoe in subsequent posts) which show burnt fluid on the side of the CVT/transfer case.

[equi57]

I saw the pix,,,,mine looked the same and when I pointed it out to the service manager he agreed that there was a problem. That's when the seals were replaced. I've since checked the TC and It's dry.
I don't get frustrated easily , but this is bothering me.
Sorry don't mean to rant
thanks
Marty

[equi57]

This may sound dumb, but does the TC get hot and the transfer fluid burn of it or the exhaust. I thought it was the exhaust only.
Thanks
Marty