22-11-2023, 07:52 PM
Its possible that bolt isn't blind but goes into one of the hydraulic channels or something, hence oil can leak past it. Very common in a lot of US transmissions to have to seal bolts against this issue, not sure on the W5A51 if that is or isn't needed. might have been flung there, but given how tight it is once the torque converter is fitted id expect all to have a drip if it was the case. The internal filter is not in the valve pan, no. it is deeper inside, you should absolutely get it done...