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Old 10-17-2007, 10:07 AM   #1 (permalink)
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I just recently had my oil changed in my 2000 ford contour. I was told that I have a transmission leak as well as an oil pan leak and an oil seal issue and a broken dipstick. Will replacing the transmission fluid provide a temporary fix? Can I purchase a new dipstick and roughly, how much will all of this stuff cost?
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Replacing the transmission fluid will not help the leak unless stop leak is used. If the shop that changed the transmission fluid used a cork filter it will blow out the gasket. I would reccomend using Lucas's Trans Fix. It will not help with major leaks which should be attended to ASAP!

You may be able to purchase a new dipstick from your Ford dealer or a used one from a local salvage yard.
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