R32 GTR actuator leak...

[Jjtxaz24]

Alright. Update. 

I got the fluids in the transfer case. Went to try and bleed the ATTESSA reservoir in the trunk and when I would unplug the clip in the front driver side I would hear the relay in the boot click on but i didnt hear the pump prime. I think the pumps screwed now. 

I dont know if it leaks just yet where the actuator mates with the transfer case, it was late when I did it. 

Should I leave the 4WD fuse out under the dash or put it in and see if it moved the fluid into the reservoir. 

Heres what it currently looks like: 

heres what I used as a guide: 

And also this video link: 

 

 

[Jjtxaz24]

I drove the car this morning and the 4WD light on the gauge cluster is off (from what I read it comes on due to being low on fluid), picture in my last post is where the fluid level is still at. The torque gauge in the cluster moves up as normal when I pick up the RPMs. It seems to be working fine I just cant get the fluid to fill the enclosed part of the reservoir by activating the pump how the manual suggest. 

[Duncan]

Well, I know both the manual and old mate's video talk about the lower section, 5mm etc etc.

I've never worried about that and not had a 4wd issue, just drive it and forget it unless you notice an issue...

BTW the error light is not just for low fluid level, the ATTESSA system itself can flash error codes with that light when there is a specific problem. Also, the torque gauge is not a reliable way to know 4wd is working correctly, it shows what the ATTESSA computer wants to happen, not what is actually happening mechanically. Other than trying a skid, the next best way to check the 4wd would be with all 4 wheels off the ground (hoist or on stands), just start it and put it in 1st to make sure all 4 wheels are turning approximately the same speed.

[Jjtxaz24]

15 minutes ago, Duncan said:

Well, I know both the manual and old mate's video talk about the lower section, 5mm etc etc.

I've never worried about that and not had a 4wd issue, just drive it and forget it unless you notice an issue...

BTW the error light is not just for low fluid level, the ATTESSA system itself can flash error codes with that light when there is a specific problem. Also, the torque gauge is not a reliable way to know 4wd is working correctly, it shows what the ATTESSA computer wants to happen, not what is actually happening mechanically. Other than trying a skid, the next best way to check the 4wd would be with all 4 wheels off the ground (hoist or on stands), just start it and put it in 1st to make sure all 4 wheels are turning approximately the same speed.

That's good to know. I just wanted to double check. I left the 4WD fuse in and left it as if it was good, before I lowered the car off the jackstands I actually ran it through the gears and it was transferring the torque to the front wheels. Unfortunately today after driving it around it still seems to be leaking. I made sure all bleeder locations were tight before I brought it down. I'll have to lift it back up and check again. Car drives me insane sometimes lol. 

[joshuaho96]

On 7/6/2023 at 4:08 PM, Jjtxaz24 said:

That's good to know. I just wanted to double check. I left the 4WD fuse in and left it as if it was good, before I lowered the car off the jackstands I actually ran it through the gears and it was transferring the torque to the front wheels. Unfortunately today after driving it around it still seems to be leaking. I made sure all bleeder locations were tight before I brought it down. I'll have to lift it back up and check again. Car drives me insane sometimes lol. 

Definitely if you didn't have a screw loose already these cars will make it happen.