Replacing Transaxel Pan,gasket?

faithtomove · Post by **faithtomove** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:13 pm

Ive got a small leak coming from my transaxel pan. Have any of you guys had this problem? It looks to be an easy fix. Any suggestions? Thanks

Danteneon · Post by **Danteneon** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:17 pm

Is your Neon an automatic? If so, chances are good that the solenoid pack is leaking, not the pan.

faithtomove · Post by **faithtomove** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:34 pm

Yeah its an atx. I can see the tranny oil drip from the pan though. Would the solenoid pack cause it to leak there?

Danteneon · Post by **Danteneon** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 5:33 pm

Is it dripping from the front edge of the pan? The solenoid pack is on the front of the trans above the pan rail. They are one of the more common parts to fail on Chrysler vehicles. When we were still Dodge, I kept 15 in stock. Granted, they are the same for every ETAX Chrysler made, but still very common.

chipdogg · Post by **chipdogg** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 7:29 pm

The pans like to leak too. If you drop the pan, might as well change the filter.

Also, don't use the worthless rubber gasket that comes with most filter kits. It'll probably leak again. Use ATF RTV from Chrysler, or equivalent. I think I'm 0-4 on those damn rubber gaskets.

Post by **occasional demons** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 7:29 pm

He has an '01 John. Unless someone swapped a 41te in there, it has no solenoid pack. It makes me all warm and fuzzy inside to see I'm not the only one going senile.

faithtomove, you most likely have the 31th 3 speed ATX. You can buy a gasket and filter to fix it. Most quality filter packages include a rubber gasket that works quite well. (I have had no problems from the one I used, IIRC it was a Fram) Just clean the mating surfaces using a razor blade if needed, wipe dry with a lint free cloth, and install.

The screws for the filter only need to be snugged up good. No excessive cranking on them. Just pay close attention to how the existing filter is positioned. It is best to do the new filter as soon as you remove the old, as to not forget how it went.

You will want to clean any debris from the pan and magnet of course. An option is to clean up and paint the exterior part of the pan.

If you seemed more transmission savvy, I would recommend some simple mods to firm up the shifts. But if you are not confident enough, or patient enough, it is best to let things be.

Danteneon · Post by **Danteneon** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 12:02 pm

Damnitman! Sorry to cloud the issue there. I didn't even look at your year.

And yes, don't use the supplied gasket you get with the filter kits. Stick with the RTV sealer (heh, I made a funny).

faithtomove · Post by **faithtomove** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 1:08 pm

What brand do you recommended?

Post by **occasional demons** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 3:07 pm

As far as filters go, as long as it isn't some brand you never heard of, most are prolly equal. I believe it isn't as fine of a filter media as the engine oil filter.

faithtomove · Post by **faithtomove** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 4:05 pm

Oh okay I'll pick up one today

stairmaster3001 · Post by **stairmaster3001** » Sat Feb 04, 2012 4:17 pm

chipdogg wrote:The pans like to leak too. If you drop the pan, might as well change the filter.

Also, don't use the worthless rubber gasket that comes with most filter kits. It'll probably leak again. Use ATF RTV from Chrysler, or equivalent. I think I'm 0-4 on those damn rubber gaskets.

lol true that. I tried to use the o ring u get with the new filter and it wouldnt click up and seal right so i reused the old one since it was in good cond