Re: removal of axle fill plug

Posted by Rusty O\'Toole On 2009/11/23 22:48:58

Dried caked old grease is nothing to worry about. It indicates a slow leak that has accumulated over many years.

This is normal. Most rear axles and transmissions leak a little.

You should check that the vent is OK. If it gets clogged pressure will build up when the diff gets hot, causing a bad leak.

Other than that there is nothing to worry about. If you see a lot of fresh oil running or dripping out that's different.

Just change the lube and check it every year or 2.