Why do you need a front axle shaft seal?
Why do you need a front axle shaft seal?
The front axle shaft seal is what prevents the fluid in your differential from leaking out around the axle. The differential delivers engine power from your transmission to the wheels, and allows your wheels to move. Accordingly, it needs to be lubricated, as does your axle.
Where is the front axle seal on a Ford Edge?
The front axle shaft seal mounts into the axle shaft tube or the differential case depending on design, and prevents the internal fluid from leaking out. If the front axle shaft seal becomes compromised, transmission fluid will leak and possibly damage the transmission or differential.
How to replace CV axle and output shaft seal?
With an extra pair of hands, align the axle (including the outer CV bearing cup) positioned straight towards the transmission.
When to replace rear axle bearings and seals?
After the axle has been removed inspect the bearing and seal surface to check for wear and scoring and replace if damaged. If this axle is worn you will see an obvious groove in this area. Do not reuse the axle at this point because the new seal and bearing will fail prematurely.
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…
How much does it cost to replace oil seal on CV axle?
A lot of seal replacement jobs could have been avoided if the installer of the new axle bothered to replace the oil seal with a new one. The part is around $10 and only adds a few minutes to the job. Either a small pry bar or seal removal tool will work.
How do you remove an axle shaft cotter pin?
Remove the axle shaft cotter pin with pliers. Remove the axle shaft nut cotter pin alignment cover. Remove the axle shaft nut. Draining the fluid before removing the shaft will avoid transmission fluid gushing out the differential after the shaft has been pulled out. The drain plug can be removed with a Hex socket.
What can I do to prevent the front axle from moving?
If a high-torque impact driver is not available, the nut tension can be relieved with a 32 mm socket attached to a breaker bar. The axle can be prevented from moving by leaving the front wheel resting on the ground; that is, by not jacking up the wheel. Remove the axle shaft cotter pin with pliers.
