Summary first (so you can see the plan): transmission leaks come from failed seals, gaskets, lines or damaged parts. Fixing them means finding the leak, replacing the failed component, cleaning, refilling with the correct fluid and verifying there are no more leaks. Below I give: why the repair is needed, how the transmission system works, all relevant components and what each does, step‑by‑step diagnostic and repair instructions for the common leak sources (from simplest to most involved), tools and consumables, safety notes, what can go wrong and how to avoid it.

Why this repair is needed (the theory, simple):
- The transmission is a closed hydraulic/mechanical system that uses fluid to lubricate and, in automatics, to transmit force (torque converter, clutch packs). If fluid leaks out the system loses lubrication and hydraulic pressure. That causes overheating, slipping, clutch/gear damage and eventually catastrophic failure. Think of it like a sealed water pump driving gears: lose the water and bearings overheat and seize.
- Leaks also allow dirt in and create environmental hazards. Repairing the leak early prevents expensive internal damage.

How the system works — basic overview and analogies:
- Case (outer shell): holds fluid and internal parts—like the bathtub that holds the water.
- Pump: draws fluid and creates pressure—like the heart pumping blood.
- Torque converter (automatic) or clutch (manual): transmits engine power into the transmission.
- Valve body (automatic): routes pressurized fluid to clutches—like a traffic controller directing fluid.
- Seals and gaskets: keep fluid inside—like O‑rings on plumbing fixtures.
- Pan and filter (automatic): pan stores fluid and houses the filter; filter removes debris.
- Cooler and cooler lines: cool the fluid by routing it through a radiator or separate cooler—like car radiator hoses for engine coolant.
- Input/output shafts and seals: shafts pass through the case; seals keep fluid from leaking out where shafts exit.

Common leak sources (components described):
- Pan gasket: rubber/ cork/metal that seals the pan to the case. Cheap and common leak point.
- Pan bolts: loose or broken bolts let the pan leak.
- Filter seal (automatic): filter often has an O‑ring; if missing or damaged it leaks.
- Drain plug crush washer or plug thread seal: the drain plug or its washer can leak.
- Cooler lines and fittings: rubber/metal hoses and flare fittings that run to the radiator; they can crack, corrode or their fittings can leak.
- Torque converter seal (pump seal input): located where the torque converter meets the transmission bellhousing—leaks often look like they come from the bellhousing.
- Input shaft seal / output shaft seal / tailshaft seal: seals where shafts exit the case.
- Shift shaft or selector shaft seals: small seals at linkage points.
- Case cracks or damaged threads: rare but serious; fluid will leak near the crack.
- Overfilled transmission: can cause foaming and leak out breathers or seals.
- Wrong fluid: some fluids swell or shrink seals causing leakage over time.

Tools and consumables (basic workshop list for a beginner):
- Vehicle lift or heavy duty jack and jack stands, wheel chocks
- Creeper, safety glasses, gloves
- Drain pan (large), rags, solvent/parts cleaner
- Socket set, wrenches, torque wrench
- Screwdrivers, seal puller, pry bar
- Gasket scraper, wire brush
- Transmission jack or floor jack with wood block (for removing transmission)
- Snap ring pliers (if needed), hammer and brass drift
- Replacement seals, gaskets, pan gasket, new filter (auto), crush washer(s), line fittings
- Thread locker/anti‑seize where specified, RTV if specified by manual
- Transmission fluid (correct specification for your truck) and fluid pump for filling
- UV dye and UV lamp (optional) for leak detection
- Shop manual for Hino truck or the specific transmission used (for torque specs, fluid type, bolt patterns and procedures)
- Environmental disposal containers for used fluid

Diagnosis — find the leak
1. Clean the transmission area: remove dirt and grease with solvent so you can see fresh fluid.
2. Identify fluid: ATF is usually reddish/brown, gear oil is dark; smell and color help.
3. Run engine briefly (with safe supports) and observe where fresh fluid appears. Use a cardboard or paper to help see drips.
4. Use UV dye if the leak path is unclear: add dye, run briefly, inspect with UV lamp.
5. Feel fluid path: fluid running down from the bellhousing often indicates torque converter or input seal. Fluid pooling under pan indicates pan gasket or drain plug. Wet cooler lines indicate lines/fittings.
6. Note leak location and trace path—fluid often travels along seams and misleads you about the origin.

Common repair procedures (ordered from simplest to most involved)

A. Quick fixes / easiest — pan gasket, drain plug, filter (automatic)
- When to do this: fluid pools directly under pan; pan bolts are oily.
- Steps:
1. Safety: park on level ground, chock wheels, raise vehicle and secure on stands.
2. Place drain pan. Loosen pan bolts a few turns to let fluid drip; remove remaining bolts and lower pan carefully (some residual fluid). Be prepared for a lot of fluid.
3. Remove old pan gasket. Clean mating surfaces thoroughly with scraper and solvent until smooth and dry.
4. Remove and replace filter (automatic) and inspect for metal shavings (indicator of internal wear).
5. Install new pan gasket (and new drain plug crush washer if present). Some pans require RTV beads—follow manual.
6. Torque pan bolts to manufacturer spec in a criss‑cross pattern to avoid distortion. DO NOT overtighten.
7. Refill with the correct fluid to the specified level (fill/dipstick procedure varies—consult manual).
8. Start engine, cycle gears (or move shifter through positions), check for leaks. Recheck level after run and after test drive.
- What can go wrong: cross-threading bolts, overtightening warps pan and causes leaks, failing to replace filter or clean magnet sludge.

B. Cooler line repair/replacement
- When to do this: visually wet lines, weeping at fittings, corrosion.
- Steps:
1. Support transmission, relieve pressure if applicable, place drain pan.
2. Remove line clamps or fittings. Some lines use O‑rings or copper crush washers—replace washers and O‑rings.
3. Replace any damaged hoses with correct rated transmission cooler hose or replace metal lines. Secure with clamps and new fittings.
4. Tighten fittings to spec; check for leaks by running engine and pressurizing the system.
- What can go wrong: installing plastic hose where high temperature/hydraulic pressure present; failing to torque fittings; line rubbing on frame causing future wear.

C. Output / tailshaft / input shaft seal replacement (manual & automatic)
- When to do this: fluid pooling near driveshaft, between gearbox and driveshaft, or where shaft exits case.
- Theory: seal rides on the rotating shaft and keeps fluid in; over time the lip hardens or the spring fails.
- General steps (output seal example—the procedure varies by model):
1. Secure vehicle and raise safely.
2. Mark and remove driveshaft or propshaft from the transmission output flange; guard against bolts falling into bellhousing.
3. Support transmission if needed; some procedures require removing the transmission crossmember to gain access to flange bolts.
4. Remove output flange or yoke as required to access seal. Note orientation and keep track of shims/spacers.
5. Use a seal puller or carefully pry out old seal without scratching bore. Clean bore thoroughly.
6. Lightly oil the new seal lip with clean transmission fluid and install square/flush using a proper seal driver. Ensure the seal is fully seated to factory depth.
7. Reassemble flange, driveshaft, torque bolts to spec, recheck alignment.
8. Refill/verify fluid level.
- What can go wrong: damaging the bore when removing old seal (causes new leaks); installing seal crooked or too shallow/deep; failing to replace any required spacers or retainer rings; dropping small parts into the bellhousing.

D. Torque converter / input shaft seal (more involved; may require transmission removal)
- When to do this: fluid inside bellhousing or directly behind torque converter, or a leak that traces to the front of the transmission.
- Theory: the pump seal around the torque converter hub fails; the torque converter also has a pump hub that mates with the input area.
- Steps summary:
1. Disconnect battery, transmission lines, linkage, speed sensors, and any wiring on the transmission.
2. Drain fluid if required, support transmission with jack, remove driveshaft/propshaft, remove crossmember and mounts, remove starter if needed.
3. Carefully support the engine and transmission then unbolt the torque converter from the flexplate/convertor bolts (on some automatics you remove transmission enough to access converter bolts).
4. Slide transmission back and lower it (use transmission jack). Be careful: the converter may stick—pry evenly if needed.
5. With transmission removed, replace the input/turbine shaft seal at the torque converter housing and the seal in the bellhousing pump area if required.
6. Inspect pump impeller and front bushing for wear.
7. On reinstall, ensure the torque converter is fully seated into the transmission; there are usually measured engagements where converter splines must fully engage pump and ensure correct clearance.
8. Bolt converter to flexplate, torque to spec, refill with fluid.
- Important: Follow manufacturer procedures for seating torque converter—if converter is not fully engaged it can tear the front seal or damage the pump when you attempt to start.
- What can go wrong: converter not fully seated (causes pump damage), dropping bolts into bellhousing, electrical connectors damaged, misalignment causing leaks or vibration.

E. Case repair or major overhaul
- When to do this: cracked case or internal failure; typically requires rebuild or replacement.
- Do not attempt temporary welds on aluminum transmission housings for structural leaks. Replace or have a transmission shop rebuild.

F. Reassembly, filling, and checking level (critical)
- Use the correct fluid type and quantity. Hino trucks use specific fluids—check the Hino workshop manual, glovebox sticker, or Hino dealer. Using wrong fluid can swell or shrink seals and ruin components.
- Level procedure:
- For automatics: often check level with engine idling and transmission at operating temperature; follow dipstick instructions exactly. Some transmissions have a fill plug on the side: fill until fluid drips from the fill hole at correct temp.
- For manuals: typically fill to plug level with the vehicle level and engine off.
- Test run: start engine, cycle through gears, run for several minutes, inspect for leaks. Road test under light load; recheck level after cooling and after a short run.

Safety and environmental notes:
- Transmission and torque converter are heavy. Never rely on just a jack—use a transmission jack and safety stands.
- Disconnect battery before major work.
- Clean spilled fluid promptly—ATF is slippery and a fire hazard.
- Dispose of used fluid and contaminated rags properly (local regulations).
- Watch for hot surfaces if vehicle was operated recently.

What can go wrong (common mistakes and prevention):
- Misdiagnosing leak origin — clean and trace properly first.
- Overtightening pan bolts — strips threads and warps pan. Always torque to spec.
- Reusing old seals/gaskets — they are cheap; replace them when accessible.
- Installing seal backwards — check seal lip orientation (lip faces fluid).
- Not seating torque converter fully — catastrophic pump damage at startup.
- Using wrong fluid or contaminated fluid — causes slipping and seal damage.
- Failing to replace crush washers or O‑rings on cooler lines — small items that cause big leaks.
- Contamination entering transmission during open work — cover openings, work clean.
- Not following torque sequence — causes distortion and leaks.

Final checklist before declaring the job done:
- No visible leak with engine running and at operating temp.
- Fluid level correct per manual and stays steady after test drive.
- No unusual noises, slipping, or overheating.
- All bolts, wiring, hose clamps reinstalled and torqued correctly.
- Proper disposal of old fluid and clean workspace.

Notes specific to Hino N04C workshop context:
- The N04C is the engine model; transmissions fitted to Hino trucks vary by year and chassis. Always consult the Hino workshop manual for your truck’s chassis/transmission variant for exact torque specs, fill procedures, type and capacity of transmission fluid, and special tools required.
- If you’re working on a Hino with an Allison or other branded automatic, follow that transmission maker’s service manual for seal replacement and torque converter seating instructions.

If you follow the diagnosis steps, replace only the failed components, use correct parts and fluids, and follow the manual’s torque and fill procedures, you will fix most transmission leaks. For major internal damage, seek a transmission rebuilder.

No yapping — done.
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Safety first: disconnect the battery, support the vehicle and engine/transmission properly, use correct PPE. Proceed only if you have the right tools and lifting support.

Ordered procedure with theory and how the repair fixes faults

1) Preparation and symptom confirmation
- Action: Note symptoms (starter grinding, clutch slip/chatter, vibration at idle/drive, noisy pilot bearing). Log engine/transmission position, mark orientation of components.
- Theory: Symptoms indicate either mechanical damage (ring gear teeth, cracks), surface irregularity (hot spots, uneven wear) or balance/pilot bearing failure.
- Repair effect: Correct diagnosis prevents unnecessary work; targeted flywheel work addresses the specific root cause.

2) Disconnect driveline and remove transmission
- Action: Drain fluids if required, disconnect linkage, electrical, driveshafts; support transmission with a jack and unbolt from engine. Remove transmission to expose clutch/flywheel.
- Theory: Access is required to remove clutch and flywheel; stress-free removal avoids harming alignment surfaces.
- Repair effect: Allows direct inspection and removal with no hidden loads that could break bolts or distort components.

3) Remove clutch assembly and pilot bearing
- Action: Remove pressure plate and friction disc; use alignment tool to keep clutch centered while removing. Extract pilot bearing/bushing from crankshaft (puller if needed).
- Theory: Removing clutch exposes flywheel; pilot bearing supports transmission input shaft and must be sound for concentricity.
- Repair effect: Worn pilot bearing causes vibration and input-shaft wobble that feels like flywheel problems — replacing it removes that failure mode.

4) Mark flywheel and crank orientation
- Action: Mark flywheel-to-crank orientation (use paint/etch) before unbolting if reusing the same flywheel.
- Theory: Many flywheels are indexed to the crank to preserve balance; incorrect orientation reintroduces imbalance.
- Repair effect: Preserves factory balance if reusing the same flywheel.

5) Remove flywheel bolts in star pattern
- Action: Use the correct sockets; loosen bolts in a crisscross pattern evenly. Hold flywheel with holder to prevent rotation.
- Theory: Even release prevents sudden stress and warpage of the flywheel and crank flange.
- Repair effect: Prevents damage to flange threads and minimizes risk of cracking during removal.

6) Remove flywheel and inspect support surfaces
- Action: Lift flywheel straight off, inspect crank flange, crank pilot bore, and seal.
- Theory: Mounting faces must be clean and undamaged for correct seating and concentricity.
- Repair effect: Fixing damaged seating surfaces ensures correct clutch geometry and reduces vibration.

7) Visual and NDT inspection of the flywheel
- Action: Check for cracks (visual/magnetic particle if available), heat discoloration (blue/black), surface glazing, scoring, and ring gear tooth damage.
- Theory: Cracks and thermal damage change stiffness and introduce stress risers; hot spots cause localized hardening and uneven contact; ring gear tooth damage causes starter grinding.
- Repair effect: Identifying these faults determines whether resurfacing is safe or replacement is required. Cracked or deeply damaged flywheels must be replaced; replacing a damaged ring gear restores starter engagement.

8) Measure flatness/runout and thickness
- Action: Use a straightedge and feeler gauge or dial indicator to measure surface flatness and axial runout. Compare to service limits (consult Hino manual).
- Theory: Excessive runout or loss of material beyond limits causes uneven clutch engagement and vibration.
- Repair effect: Resurfacing or replacing the flywheel restores a true contact surface for even clutch engagement, eliminating slip and chatter originating from unevenness.

9) Decide: Resurface or replace
- Action: If no cracks, ring gear OK or replaceable, and residual thickness is within limits, machine (resurface); otherwise replace. Replace pilot bearing/ring gear as needed.
- Theory: Resurfacing removes heat-affected zones, glazing and minor unevenness; replacement is required when structural integrity is compromised or minimum thickness is reached.
- Repair effect: Resurfacing gives a flat, properly finished mating surface that allows the clutch disc to wear evenly and engage smoothly; replacement restores geometry and balance when machining would compromise strength.

10) Resurfacing procedure (if applicable)
- Action: Machine only minimal material to achieve a flat, concentric surface; maintain parallelism. Aim for a smooth cross-hatch-free finish suitable for the clutch (consult clutch spec). Install new ring gear if removed/replaced; balance the assembly if recommended.
- Theory: Resurfacing removes surface hardening and restores concentric contact; too much removal alters mass and balance, potentially changing crank dynamics.
- Repair effect: Restores uniform friction surface, eliminating chatter, grabbing, and uneven wear which cause slippage and judder.

11) Replace ring gear / repair teeth (if needed)
- Action: If teeth are damaged, remove and replace the ring gear or the flywheel. For replaceable ring gears, heat to expand, fit new, press/rivet if required.
- Theory: Starter pinion meshes with ring gear; chipped teeth produce grinding or failure to engage, stressing starter and ring gear.
- Repair effect: New ring gear re-establishes positive starter engagement and eliminates grinding and starter damage.

12) Reinstall flywheel with correct fasteners and torque procedure
- Action: Clean threads, apply threadlocker if specified by manual, align flywheel (using orientation marks), hand-start bolts in star pattern, then tighten to the manufacturer torque in stages using torque wrench in crisscross pattern. If bolts are stretch type, use new bolts and torque-to-yield procedure per manual.
- Theory: Correct tightening sequence and torque ensure even clamping, prevent flange distortion, and retain balance.
- Repair effect: Proper clamping prevents movement, avoids new warpage, and maintains balance—reducing vibration and preventing bolt failure.

13) Reinstall pilot bearing/clutch with correct centering
- Action: Fit new pilot bearing/bushing and re-fit pressure plate and friction disc using alignment tool so the disc is perfectly centered relative to the crank.
- Theory: Centering ensures the transmission input shaft slides in without misalignment. Misalignment causes clutch wear, judder, and potential transmission wear.
- Repair effect: Properly centered clutch disc eliminates clutch engagement problems and premature wear.

14) Reinstall transmission, torque bolts, refill fluids, reconnect all linkages and battery
- Action: Use a transmission jack, align input shaft carefully into the clutch hub, bolt transmission to engine, torque per spec, reconnect everything, refill fluids.
- Theory: Proper alignment reduces load on input shaft bearings and seals; correct torques preserve clamp loads and avoid leaks.
- Repair effect: Restores driveline integrity and prevents secondary faults (seal leaks, bearing overload).

15) Final checks and run test
- Action: Check for leaks, start engine and test engagement, listen for starter mesh, test drive for vibration/clutch engagement under load.
- Theory: Operational testing verifies elimination of original symptoms and reveals any remaining imbalance or installation mistakes.
- Repair effect: Confirms repair success; if symptoms persist, re-check balance, clutch assembly, pilot bearing, and transmission input shaft.

Key measurements and limits to watch (use Hino workshop manual for exact numbers)
- Flywheel surface flatness/runout: keep within tight tolerance (typically on the order of 0.05 mm/0.002 in or better); otherwise replace.
- Surface finish: smooth but with enough texture for friction (machine shop will target proper Ra for clutch).
- Bolt torque and replacement: follow manufacturer torque or replace torque-to-yield bolts.
- Minimum flywheel thickness and ring gear fit: if below manual limits, replace.

How the repair fixes specific faults (brief)
- Clutch judder/chatter: Caused by uneven flywheel surface, hotspots or glazing. Resurfacing removes unevenness and hotspots, restoring uniform friction and stopping judder.
- Clutch slip: Caused by glazing, reduced friction due to heat, or reduced flywheel mass preventing proper inertia. Resurfacing and replacing worn discs restore friction; replacing flywheel if mass/thickness is below spec restores inertia.
- Starter grinding/no mesh: Caused by damaged ring gear teeth or incorrect ring gear runout. Replacing ring gear or flywheel fixes engagement geometry.
- Vibration at idle/drive: Caused by imbalance (missing bolts/incorrect orientation), runout, or pilot bearing failure. Correct orientation, proper torque, balancing and new pilot bearing restore concentricity and balance.
- Noisy pilot/input shaft: Worn pilot bearing/bushing causes input-shaft wobble felt as noise or vibration; replacing it cures the symptom.

Tools and consumables (summary)
- Transmission jack/engine support, flywheel holder, torque wrench, socket set, pilot bearing puller, dial indicator/straightedge/feeler gauges, machining if required, new bolts/threadlocker as specified, replacement ring gear/pilot bearing/clutch components as needed, safety gear.

Finish note: Always follow Hino factory service manual torque values and thickness/runout limits. Proper measurement and machining judgment are essential; if cracks or structural damage exist, replace the flywheel rather than attempting repair.
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