If you end up removing the pan, a lot of times the transmission case will crack through the bolt holes because people over tighten the bolts. Dry it off really good and literally inspect the bolt holes with a magnifying glass. If you see a crack through a bolt hole, clean the holes up OPERATING ROOM clean and dry, then, coat the bolt threads with a GOOD COAT of high temp red RTV and reinstall the pan. Let it sit overnight with no fluid and fill it up the next day.
