SL/R231: Hydraulic fluid leaking around right front and right rear tires
04-03-2017, 10:52 AM
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Hydraulic fluid leaking around right front and right rear tires
Over three days, I have leaked approx 1 quart of clear fluid under the right side of the car - in front of right rear tire and behind the right front tire. Any idea what this is?
04-03-2017, 12:09 PM
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Does the fluid have a smell and is it oil like or watery? Do you have an extended warranty? If its the ABC it could leaking valves, broken line or leaking struts which is very common. It could be a brake line as well. Try to identify the fluid.
04-03-2017, 01:47 PM
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Fluid seems more watery. I get no ABC error messages when I start the car. I recently had the retractible top repaired - does that have fluid? I checked fluid levels under the hood & they seem to be OK.
04-04-2017, 09:09 AM
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Yes the top has "fluid". Why don't you visit a mechanic because it seems like a bad leak. These cars all need extended warranty which pays for itself usually with one repair. Best of luck!
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