Not sure if anyone can offer advice here, but the knowledge of this group is amazing! Lately, I have been noticing quarter to half dollar sized spots under my 1999 996 tiptronic, about 3/4 of the way back. I took a look underneath today and the engine looked clean but up towards the front, where the plastic cover begins (and where I see the spots), it was looking a bit rough although there doesn't seem to be any pooling. I have attached pictures and welcome anyone's thoughts on what I may be facing when I take this in to my guy. (of course jacking it up, caused my engine mounts to spew, so it is a good thing that I caught this...looks like they have been bad for some time based on watery fluid) here is the oil spot: Pictures of the underside:
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YOUR RESEARCHPossible Transmission Oil Leak?
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