A leaking axle shaft seal and / or PTU cover seal can cause transmission (red) or Power Transfer Unit (PTU) (brown) fluid leaks at the axle area. The axle shaft seal and / or PTU cover seal may be leaking and should be replaced as required.
Car Problem Reports
Ford Flex Transmission (Red) or Power Transfer Unit (PTU) (Brown) Fluid Leaks at Axle Area
Ford Flex Problem
5 Reports
Model Years Affected: 2009, 2010
Drive Trains Affected: 4WD, AWD
Average Mileage: 46,298 mi (35,800 mi - 58,095 mi)
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Visitor, 2009 Ford Flex, AWD, 58,095 mi
This is the second leak in 5000 miles (June 2012).
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Visitor, 2009 Ford Flex, 4WD, 35,800 mi
Transmission fluid leaked at first. ( Drive shaft seals bad) Now have leak in rear differential.
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