Re: A question about a seal

Posted by JWL On 2012/4/9 12:41:32

IBUB,

I believe you are talking about replacing the pinion shaft seal. This is not a particularly difficult job, but extreme care must be taken to get the large nut re-installed to exactly were it was before removing. Note the position before removing and count, very carefully, the number of turns to remove the nut. Then screw the nut back on the very same number of turns to the exact position it was before removing. This is necessary to maintain the pre-load on the pinion bearings. Do it correctly and no problems; do it incorrectly, and you will be looking for a new differential. You do not need to drop the rear axle assembly to do this job. Good luck, and let us know how the job goes. I am no mechanic, but have read about doing this job on this site.

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