I replaced my engine mounts and at same time the lower suspension arms. For the suspension harms, circlip on right side disconnected. I set it in place after job finished but I noticed transmission oil after a few rides. I went to look and transmission had released again.

What could be the problem? Poor quality engine mounting? Weakened circlip?

Circlipe holds but not sure how much strength it needs to make.

Could it be transmission arm too stretched? I used a jack to raise the arm for final torque. Was pulling out due to axial movement of the arm but how much play can a suspension arm take?

Kind of lost, not sure where to start. Any idea?

 

It is a ford escort 1.8TD 95

 

 

 

 

 

I suspect you probably damaged the seal taking the driveshaft out , take the shaft out check the seal replace if necessary and fit a new circlip 

I suspect you probably damaged the seal taking the driveshaft out , take the shaft out check the seal replace if necessary and fit a new circlip 

Thanks Gaz. Was the snap ring in fact. Was collapsed in the groove and dented when I removed the shaft.
Could not find a new one on local parts store or in local Ford store. Ended by reusing same snap ring. Was enlarged after taking it out/in of the groove. It is holding now. :)
The seal was showing some humidity but sealed again after a short ride. All good now.

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