Transmission Oil Leaks from Left Side Half Shaft Area: Mercury Mariner Transmission & Drivetrain

Problem overview

If the transmission oil leaks out of left side half shaft area, it may be from a worn axle shaft seal. The seal can be damaged by a poor surface finish on the axle shaft. The axle shaft and seal should be replaced to correct the problem.

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Mercury Mariner vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

Average mileage: 55,630 miles

(11,000 - 98,000)

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Transmission Oil Leaks from Left Side Half Shaft Area on Mercury Mariner

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