How do you replace the differential output seal?
Using an impact wrench or star wrench, remove the wheel and tire on the axle that has the leaking differential output shaft then place the wheel aside for now. Step 3: Preparing the axle for removal: In most cases, you’ll have to remove the axle from the differential in order to replace the differential outer seal.
What causes oil to leak from the differential?
In many cases, when leaking oil is found on the differential, it’s caused by a damaged differential output seal or axle seal.
Can a CV joint SEAL be removed from a differential?
To remove this type of output seal, you’ll have to remove the differential housing and detach the axle from inside. On front-wheel drive vehicles, the output seal is also commonly referred to as a CV Joint seal.
When to replace a transfer case output shaft seal?
If your vehicle continues to leak oil from the transfer case after replacing the transfer case output shaft seal, then you may need to get a professional to take a look at the transfer case. If the problem persists, get one of the certified technicians at YourMechanic to inspect the transfer case and diagnose the problem.
Using an impact wrench or star wrench, remove the wheel and tire on the axle that has the leaking differential output shaft then place the wheel aside for now. Step 3: Preparing the axle for removal: In most cases, you’ll have to remove the axle from the differential in order to replace the differential outer seal.
In many cases, when leaking oil is found on the differential, it’s caused by a damaged differential output seal or axle seal.
To remove this type of output seal, you’ll have to remove the differential housing and detach the axle from inside. On front-wheel drive vehicles, the output seal is also commonly referred to as a CV Joint seal.
How to replace a front axle shaft seal?
If you have ever owned a GM four wheel drive vehicle then there is a good chance you have had a front axle shaft seal leak. We replaced the RH output shaft seal on a Tahoe but it is the same for Silverado, Sierra,Suburban and Yukon. Part one shows details on the tear down and part two with guide you through the reassembly. Loading…