leaking gear oil

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leaking gear oil

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my m38 is leaking gear oil out of the speedo gear on the side of transfer. cable isn't hook up yet just rolling the chassis out side and back in. when I start the jeep. is this normal or should I need to replace something. thxs
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The cable, spacer and cap seal the hole. No cable and cap then your gonna have a leak. Especially if the fluid level is high or full.
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