MF 245 -- can power steering fluid get into the engine crankcase oil???

   / MF 245 -- can power steering fluid get into the engine crankcase oil??? #1  

scruffy335

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Is there any way that power steering fluid on leak into the engine crankcase oil. tractor has 990 hrs on it.
Thank you for your help
 
   / MF 245 -- can power steering fluid get into the engine crankcase oil??? #2  
Yes, through the PS shaft seal, #11 in the illustration.
 

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   / MF 245 -- can power steering fluid get into the engine crankcase oil??? #3  
The hydraulic pump on many tractors is geared off the crankshaft at the front of the engine. If the seal leaks it can permit hydraulic fluid to flow into the engine oil. Monitor your engine oil dipstick. You'll probably notice it there befor you see the hydraulic fluid getting lower.
 

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