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Old 08-19-2013, 07:18 PM
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Anyone have problem clutch cable with pullback bars leaking oil? I have twice installed by dealer.
 
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My clutch cable leaked but the vinyl casing was melted by the cat.
 
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Anyone have problem clutch cable with pullback bars leaking oil? I have twice installed by dealer.

....where is the oil leaking from ??
 
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If your clutch cable is not completely screwed into the tranny cover plate so that the "O" ring is seated then you will get tranny fluid leaking out and it will follow the clutch cable to its lowest point and then drip on the floor. Sometimes when people are adjusting their clutch lever free play then end up turning the lower part of the clutch cable and accidentally unscrew it from the Tranny Cover Plate. I did it myself once so I know it can happen.
 
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At the end of the cable. Maybe not screwed in tight. Or oring dry?
 
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Originally Posted by JJHOG
If your clutch cable is not completely screwed into the tranny cover plate so that the "O" ring is seated then you will get tranny fluid leaking out and it will follow the clutch cable to its lowest point and then drip on the floor. Sometimes when people are adjusting their clutch lever free play then end up turning the lower part of the clutch cable and accidentally unscrew it from the Tranny Cover Plate. I did it myself once so I know it can happen.
...........HEY...thanx for putting this up....I have had a small leak on the floor under my 03 e/glide....for about two years....have thought about replacing the o/ring at the lower end of the clutch cable ...so after reading this...I tightened the lower part....and LO AND BEHOLD...a week later or so...NO LEAK..!!!...thanx for the info !!!
 
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If tightening doesnt the cable end into the transmission side cover doesnt stop the leak. You will have to most likely replace the clutch cable. The threaded end could be cracked and still leaking
 
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