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Jan 1, 2024 | 09:19 AM

Matthewtj8

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From: GA

Red Fluid Leak

I’m having an issue with red fluid on my garage floor, not a ton of fluid but a little bit is enough. The fluid has no smell and is oily so I’m thinking hydraulic fluid. Has anyone else here had an issue with a hydraulic leak, it seems to be about midway of the vehicle in the middle. It’s on a 2013 LX570 w/ 149k miles

thanks in advance

Jan 1, 2024 | 11:08 AM

Bgw70

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From: Fl

Please get under the truck and take a look…could be ATF or the hydraulic suspension

Jan 1, 2024 | 03:04 PM

Matthewtj8

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From: GA

Fluid

I have looked and looked and can not trace the leak, not sure where it’s coming from unfortunately, I’m a plumber and normally pretty good at finding leaks but I get right where the small puddle is and see nothing above

Jan 1, 2024 | 03:19 PM

LeX2K

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Capture some of the liquid and add water you'll know right way if it's coolant or ATF.

Jan 2, 2024 | 05:59 AM

Bgw70

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From: Fl

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Originally Posted by Matthewtj8

can you take some pictures of the fluid and the underside of the truck where you think it is coming from.
does it seem to be a cold engine leak or when it is hot, or can’t tell?
how is the anti freeze level?

Jan 2, 2024 | 06:04 AM

KennyFSU

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From: FL

If it smells sweet, coolant.

If it smells awful, ATF.

Jan 2, 2024 | 10:04 AM

mfeferman

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From: TX

Probably leaking valley plate

Is your radiator overflow tank low? Do you find that you have to fill it occasionally? If so and your truck is pre-19, then I’m guessing leaking valley plate.