How do you remove a stuck pinion seal?
Just brace the bolt on the pinion and put the jaws on the seal and pop it out when you turn it! Take a look at the new seal. Then with a flat head screwdriver and hammer you’ll get it out.
How tight should a pinion seal be?
Be careful a quarter turn past optimum is way too tight. You only want 12-20 in. lbs of torque on the free spinning pinion. If you go too tight, the only thing to do is take it apart and crush a new sleeve.
How do you remove a pinion gear from a differential?
Use a soft-blow hammer or mallet to tap the pinion out of the case from the front side; you need to hit the yoke side of the gear to remove the pinion. Remove the small-diameter bearing on the front side behind the seal along with a fl at washer. Keep the washer, as it will be reused.
How long do pinion seals last?
In terms of lifespan, there’s no set duration for a pinion seal. Really, they last as long as they last. There are many different factors that come into play here. All seals will degrade with time and exposure to differential fluid, but your driving habits will have a significant impact on lifespan.
When do you need a pinion seal on a differential?
A pinion seal is located in the differential and prevents fluid leaking out past the pinion shaft. You may need a new pinion seal if you hear a whining noise while driving, or if you notice leaks or low fluid in your differential.
How to remove a seal from a pinion mount?
Part 4 of 8: Removing the pinion seal 1 Set up a drain pan. Place a drain pan underneath the pinion seal area. 2 Remove the seal. Take a seal puller, hook the inside of the seal and pry to remove the seal. 3 Prep the area. After the pinion seal is removed, clean the inside surface of the pinion seal mounts.
What happens when a pinion seal goes bad?
A failing pinion seal will leak which can ruin the differential. Average rating from 31 customers who received a Pinion Seal Replacement. The pinion seal, also called a pinion shaft, is designed to keep oil in and any water, dirt or debris out.
How do you change the pinion nut on a differential?
If you’re changing the ring and pinion or the pinion bearings, remove the pinion nut with an air gun while holding the yoke, or use a long breaker bar and brace the yoke (bolt it to a long board) so that it can’t move. Knock the pinion gear out to the rear with a brass punch taking care not to damage the threads.