Oil coming out of dipstick.

[IloveJesus]

I have an issue with my '12 Mccormick tractor.
I have oil coming out of the dipstick even when the tractor has been parked for a long time. There is also foaming coming out at times when the tractor is in use.
Oil level was fine.

 

[oldnslo]

I presume this is the engine oil dipstick and not transmission or hydraulic?

A little confused on oil coming out when parked and saying oil level is fine. Those two statements contradict each other.

 

[Torvy]

Love your thread title. Not what I was expecting.

 

[IloveJesus]

I presume this is the engine oil dipstick and not transmission or hydraulic?

A little confused on oil coming out when parked and saying oil level is fine. Those two statements contradict each other.

It is coming out of the transmission/drive/hydraulic dipstick. And it's not overfilled.

 

[oldnslo]

Foaming out transmission dipstick is usually an indication of an air leak on the suction or inlet side of the pump.

Not familiar with tractor but some tractors have a section of rubber hose on the inlet which can degrade- crack over time allowing air to enter the system. It would only do this while the tractor is running - operating though.

 

[dodge man]

Is the fluid clean? Water in it could also be the problem. I agree though, air leak is a strong possibility.

 

[IloveJesus]

Foaming out transmission dipstick is usually an indication of an air leak on the suction or inlet side of the pump.

Not familiar with tractor but some tractors have a section of rubber hose on the inlet which can degrade- crack over time allowing air to enter the system. It would only do this while the tractor is running - operating though.

Thank you. I'll check that out.

 

[IloveJesus]

Is the fluid clean? Water in it could also be the problem. I agree though, air leak is a strong possibility.

Yes brand new fluid and no water in there.

 

[Rebeldad1]

loosen the drain plug. drain out about 1/2 to 1 cup and replace the plug. guessing that will tell you whats overfilling the trans/hydraulic fluid. probably water.
is the tractor kept inside or outside.

 

[repete]

Do you have a clear vent to the case? If the vent is clogged maybe the dipstick tube is below the gearcase fluid level and the pressure as it warms is forcing fluid out.