Front diff leaking oil

[OffroadTaco4x4]

My front diff is leaking oil right where the left cv axle goes into the diff. Any thoughts on what it could be? I'm sure there is a gasket or something that is just messed up and I will have to pull the axle out and replace

 

[CFDFireman90]

There is a seal in there, the axle will need to be pulled out to replace it. Not an uncommon problem in 4 wheel and front wheel drive vehicle.


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[OffroadTaco4x4]

Any idea what that seal is called

 

[LUSETACO]

It's called a seal.

I think this is what you are looking for. I had mine replaced a while ago also.

http://www.toyotapartszone.com/oem/toyota~seal~oil~for~front~differential~case~90311-47012.html

 

[CFDFireman90]

If I were to call a parts store, I would ask for the left side C/V shaft inner seal or C/V shaft seal at the front diff for the specific vehicle. Usually you need year, make, model and engine size.


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[OffroadTaco4x4]

Looks like I'm guna have to pull the diff out and replace both bearings and seals. I guess my Saturday will be fun!!

 

[OffroadTaco4x4]

Okay do I have to pull the axles out then pull the diff? Or can I drop the diff with the axles in it then pull them out? Or can I undo the lower ca ball joint and lift the spindle up to slide the axle out?

 

[OffroadTaco4x4]

Turns out you can just undo the lower ball joint and tie rod and sway bar and you can pull the axles out of the way

 

[OffroadTaco4x4]

Got the front diff out and to a local 4x4 shop for a rebuild. Time to do some cleaning while its out