How long can you drive on a leaking axle?

If the leak is small and you can’t make it to an appointment for a few days, it is okay to drive your vehicle as long as you keep the transmission fluid full. Do not push it too far though, as ruining your transmission is an expensive repair.

Why is my front axle seal leaking on my Silverado?

Hi when I got my Silverado the drivers front axle seal was leaking a bit. Mainly just throwing fluid but not actually making a dripping mess. After using 4wd it got worse and was actually dripping out. So went to dealer, bought OEM seal, watched YouTube video and replaced it, was simple.

Is it safe to drive with a leaking axle seal?

If the leaking axle seal does not get fixed soon and the transmission is slipping, you could cause permanent damage to the transmission. The severity of the leak affects how safe it is to drive with a leaking axle seal. If there is significant fluid loss, so much that it affects the transmission, the vehicle should not be driven.

When to know if your transmission seal is leaking?

If you start to notice oil drops on your driveway, it could be a sign of a leaking axle seal. Transmission slipping at highway speeds. While an oil spot on the driveway is a common sign, it does not always happen because the axle seal leaks more during highway driving. Instead, you may notice your transmission slipping at highway speeds.

Is it OK to replace front axle seal?

CV binding/vibration can potentially ruin that seal, as can time and age. Replace that output shaft as well when you do the seal, no reason not to. If it were me, and I was up there in miles, i’d be considering a front diff rebuild or an LKQ one that you rebuild and swap out.

What to do about front axle shaft leakage?

Disconnect CV at stub, attach slide hammer to stub and pull it out. Pull seal with seal puller. Use blind beairng puller to remove bearing. Install new bearing with hammer/chunk of 2×4. Install new seal. Install stub shaft.

Can you still have a leak after an axle seal replacement?

Once you have your axle seal replaced, you should avoid the problem of leaking for some time. But most people usually complain that they are still experiencing a leak even after the replacement. A leak should never happen immediately after the repair.

What does the seal do on an axle?

The work of the axle seal is to stop fluid or gear oils from leaking or dropping off. The main task that the seal performs is to prevent water, air, and oil fluids from entering the hub. The early signs that you have a leaking axle are oil dropping on the driveway when you are driving.

How long can you drive on a leaking axle?