The transmission is equipped with various collections of seals as well as gaskets that keep the fluid inside, like the automatic transmission extension housing seal.
Transmission extension housing seal functionThese collections of seals and gasket help components like the input shaft to seal the torque converter. In a rear-wheel drive car, there is a transmission extension housing seal that has the task of sealing the components and preventing fluid from leaking, and it is placed on the driveshaft and transmission output shaft. The extension housing seal is composed of metal and rubber and is squeezed tightly into the transmission.
Common issues with a damaged transmission extension housing sealA damaged transmission extension housing seal can cause leaking, trouble engaging into gear, and a decline in engine performance.