Signs of squeezing out the automatic transmission oil seal on a Volkswagen B5:
* Transmission fluid leakage due to automatic transmission
* Noticeable decrease in transmission fluid level
* Extraneous noise (hum, vibration) during automatic transmission operation
* Transmission fluid stains under the car after parking
Possible reasons for squeezing out the automatic transmission oil seal:
* Natural wear of the oil seal due to time and mileage
* Automatic transmission overheating
* High pressure inside the automatic transmission (may be caused by a faulty torque converter or automatic transmission solenoids)
* Damage to the oil seal when installing or dismantling the automatic transmission
Consequences of ignoring the problem:
* Further leakage of transmission fluid can lead to serious damage to the automatic transmission.
*Vehicle may become unsafe to drive
Solution:
1. Determine the reason for the oil seal being squeezed out (if possible)
2. Replace the automatic transmission oil seal with a new one that matches the characteristics of the original part.
3. If the cause is an automatic transmission malfunction, fix it
4. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid and replace it if necessary
Prevention measures:
*Check the transmission fluid level and condition regularly
* Avoid overheating the automatic transmission (do not tow heavy loads or slip the vehicle on a slippery surface)
*Follow vehicle maintenance instructions and change transmission fluid and filter promptly