What causes an axle seal to leak on a jeep?
The dealer said there is known issue where some of the axle shafts would repeatedly cause this seal to leak to to not being in spec. I had my axle shaft replaced under warranty.
How much does a Jeep Grand Cherokee axle seal replacement cost?
If you don’t have a press, take the axle to any auto center, they will probably do it for $20 or nothing at all. Checked the rear differential, it was really low. Must have lost majority of the oil in the case. I have only about 10K on the oil in there, once the seal goes, the synthetic oil I used went in a hurry. Loading…
How do you replace Seal on front axle?
Replacing a seal is a couple hours of work and a cheap seal driver set from harbor freight. While you are at it: change lube, paint the inside of the tubes, paint the shafts, lube joints/TRE, do you brakes and check gears as its most likely been too long since you have done any of them.
Why do I need outer axle tube seals?
So outer seals seem to make sense. But I hesitate because of several reasons: namely, if my main seals leak or blow, I won’t know until my front gears fry. Or if these outer seals allow water/mud to get in, it could stay in the tubes and corrode the axle shafts without me knowing. Are these valid points?
What should it cost to repair right axle seal leaks?
Fixing an axle seal can cost anywhere from $150 to several hundred dollars, depending on the make and model of your car. If you detect a leak it’s better to fix it sooner rather than later, as ruining your transmission is an expensive repair.
What are front axle seals?
A front axle seal is a metal and rubber device used to not only prevent axle lube from seeping out of the axle housing, but it is also designed to prevent dirt, water and contamination from gaining access into the axle housing and contaminating the gear lube. Found in the front axle of a four-wheel drive vehicle,…
How does axle seal work?
Axle seals have two primary functions in the drive trains of cars and trucks. The first purpose of an axle seal is to keep gear oil from escaping. Without this sealing function, the gear oil would leak out and contaminate various components, such as brake shoes, and the transmission or differential could overheat.