I think that is the B-2 piston cover. There is an o-ring that can leak, also the tranny vent will dribble fluid down that direction if it's overfilled.

Peter

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1972 220D ?? miles
1988 300E 200,012
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1985 Volvo 740 GLE Turobodiesel 218,000
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