1975 S2 xj6 4.2 Auto transmission problem

[jaghea]

Hi, I have a problem with transmission fluid overflowing out of the dipstick pipe, recently due to the hot spell we had the pass few day's . The car is under cover outside. it's been under restoration over a few years and is almost complete. The transmission filter was changed and fluids..I noticed it yesterday. Any idea's please many thanks.

[Paul_C]

Hi jaghea, the problem is almost certainly due to the transmission being overfilled. The level should be checked hot after a good run of about 10-15 miles, with the engine idling and park engaged.

[jaghea]

Thanks for that. My problem has been that I've been unable to drive the car yet and I have only had the engine running and going through the gears,for about 15 minutes

[robv12]

could I suggest that you contact Keith Parrington at xjrestorations, who runs the S1,2,3 forum, he may be able to help you better thah us XJ40/300 guys