Red Fluid leak?

[FenwickHockey65]

Would think power steering fluid. Get it to your dealer ASAP.

[POWERFREAK]

could be any of the above...trans fluid (if you have an A6), PS fluid, or coolant. Even if it's under the front of the car, could still be trans fluid (from the trans cooler). There has been some reported cases of coolant leaks. If it's a bad leak (you shouldn't drive it), check all the fluid levels...that should tell you which is leaking.

[POWERFREAK]

Originally Posted by thebighar

Um hello, didnt you just ask this question earlier?

guess he didn't like all the answers he got in the other thread. Maybe he's a first time forum user as well.

It's either coolant...Power-steering fluid (same as trans fluid) or it's Trans fluid...check and see if any levels are low. If it's a big leak, don't drive it.

[ShnOmac]

I guess I will put this in here also....lol


The tranny and steering fluid are BOTH RED they are the same thing..... DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (see below)


Page 10-7 in the owners manual



Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil (V6 Engine)
Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the
American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst
symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for the vehicle’s engine, see
Engine Oil on page 9-10.
Engine Oil (V8 Engines)
The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M.
Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the American Petroleum
Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However,
not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM
standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M.
For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 9-10.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL®
Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 9-19.
Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88862806, in Canada 88862807).
Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88862806, in Canada 88862807).
Windshield Washer Optikleen® Washer Solvent.
Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission (V6 Engine) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. U.S. 88862475,
in Canada 88862476).
Service and Maintenance 10-7

[POWERFREAK]

we have been merged.

[CWI]

Some of the early cars had an issue where one of the pullys were cutting into one of the stearing fluid lines. Thought that was taken care of. Where the hell did the OP (1sttimeowner) go? Maybe 1st time owner explains it. Of any car? We're all just trying to help.

[Grimmjow]

Reminds me of Final destination 2, before the pile up pile up.

Definitely not norm. Get it checked out. It could also be blood from when you ran over a door dinger. J/k

[Andro]

Originally Posted by Doc

Might be Mustang leftovers....did your car sneak out last night for some late night snacks?

[BlemsBumble]

I had what I thought was a tranny fluid leak the 1st week I had the car. It turned out to be a defective oil cooler fitting. Oil? The stuff was red. Whatever...it don't leak anymore.

[FxsX24]

Originally Posted by BlemsBumble

It turned out to be a defective oil cooler fitting. Oil? The stuff was red. Whatever...it don't leak anymore.

transmission fluid is oil, it has a cooler in the radiator, GM (atleast the GMT 325 platform) are known for cooler lines to leak, just not this soon

[CAM75]

Originally Posted by 1stTimeOwner

Hey everyone I was checking my car today and noticed that there was a pool of red fluid under the engine of my car. I dont really know anything about cars so I have no idea what this is? Anyone know or have the same problem? Thanks!

I was just out under my car and noticed transmission fluid forming on the bottom of the oil pan. There is a fairly good sized hose which screws into the block on the lower drivers side and that is where the leak appears to be originating. It is very mild and hasn't actually made it's way to the floor yet but it is definitely leaking probably an O-ring or something on the fitting who knows...I have an appointment on Monday to get it looked at. I have an L99 with about 500 miles.

[BlemsBumble]

Originally Posted by CAM75

I was just out under my car and noticed transmission fluid forming on the bottom of the oil pan. There is a fairly good sized hose which screws into the block on the lower drivers side and that is where the leak appears to be originating. It is very mild and hasn't actually made it's way to the floor yet but it is definitely leaking probably an O-ring or something on the fitting who knows...I have an appointment on Monday to get it looked at. I have an L99 with about 500 miles.

Sounds exactly like my situation. It was all over my oil pan as well. They should be able to fix it for ya.

[Kenny]

Originally Posted by 1stTimeOwner

Hey everyone I was checking my car today and noticed that there was a pool of red fluid under the engine of my car. I dont really know anything about cars so I have no idea what this is? Anyone know or have the same problem? Thanks!

Any update?

Many are very quick to post a problem but not as fast to post any updates or resolutions. I would think that having a "pool" of red fluid under your car you have some information to share by now.

[CUPRA]

Well I too have just found the 'red pool of doom' under my Camaro...

Going to take it to the dealer this morning to have it checked out, I'll see about reporting back later on.

I've already had it back in for the cross threaded coolant hose leak I had at about 1200 miles. I'm at 2200 miles now. :( 2011 2SS/RS.