1026r Leaking Transmission Fluid

bradrich18 · Oct 8, 2011

I went out to my garage this morning and noticed a few drops of transmission fluid underneath my tractor below the transmission. I checked my fluid level and it was just below full. I tightened the bolts by hand around the area where I noticed the leak and each bolt may have turned less than a quarter turn. The tractor has just under 22 hours. Has anyone else had this problem our does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.

RoyJackson · Oct 8, 2011

Yep, call the dealer you bought it from...suggest he do a proper pre-delivery setup this time.
Don't hesitate...do this ASAP.

That doesn't mean you shouldn't check fasteners (and torque, if necessary) per your manual though...

bradrich18 · Oct 8, 2011

Thanks. I'll be giving him a call Monday.

bradrich18 · Oct 15, 2011

My dealer is scheduled to pick my tractor up Monday. It appears the fluid is leaking from the rear axle near the right rear tire.

bradrich18 · Nov 3, 2011

Got the 1026r back from the dealer today. The service manager said it had a bad seal from the factory that may have been installed wrong. They put on two new seals, a ball bearing and replaced the fluid. Had it back ten minutes and it started raining, so I'll have to wait to use it. Hope no one else experiences this.