Why is my front output shaft oil seal leaking?
Why is my front output shaft oil seal leaking?
Fluid leaking from the transfer case. The most absolute most common symptom of a problem with a front output shaft seal is fluid leaking from the front of the transfer case. If the rubber transfer case seals dry out or crack they can leak gear oil or transmission fluid.
Where does the fluid come from in the drive shaft?
A few days later the leak reappeared and the owner brought the car to my shop to diagnose the situation. Troubleshooting found the fluid leak coming from the center of the drive shaft yoke (p/n 4841), from an area I’ve never experienced a leak, until now.
What can cause a transmission shaft to leak?
For example, the output shafts all come in direct contact with the seals around them so the motion of the shaft will eventually wear down the seal and cause a leak. Also, the temperature swings and constant shifting of the transmission can cause movement between the seals and gaskets in your transmission eventually leading to leaks as well.
How does a transmission seal keep fluid from leaking?
An axle or driveshaft attaches to the transmission, directing power to the drive wheels. Where the shaft enters the transmission there is a seal used to keep the fluid on the correct side. Over thousands of miles and over several years, that seal can break down or tear, and fluid will leak past.
Where does transmission fluid leak in rear wheel drive car?
Leaking output shaft seals is a very common leak point. If you have a transmission fluid leak at the output shaft seal you will see evidence of fluid leaks where your CV axle exits your transmission or where the driveshaft exits the transmission on a rear wheel drive vehicle.
A few days later the leak reappeared and the owner brought the car to my shop to diagnose the situation. Troubleshooting found the fluid leak coming from the center of the drive shaft yoke (p/n 4841), from an area I’ve never experienced a leak, until now.
Can a bad seal cause an axle shaft to leak?
Depending on the location of the seal and the severity of the leak, a bad seal may sometimes cause the differential or transmission fluid to leak out entirely. A leaky seal should be addressed as soon as possible, as a transmission or differential low on fluid because of a leak can quickly become damaged by overheating. 3. Axle shaft pops out
What to do if your transmission shaft is leaking?
If your input shaft seal is leaking, then you will see transmission fluid dripping from the front of your bellhousing. IReplacing the seal will require removing your transmission which can be an expensive job. If that doesn’t make sense for your or your vehicle, use BlueDevil Transmission Sealer to restore that seal and stop the leak.
