Quick Q...
Does the axel grease seal also stop diff oil from leaking to the brake disk? I have a small oil leak (I had thought was brake fluid) that gets onto the inside surface of the front right brake disk. The grease seal is the only axel seal I know of.
Thanks
Guy 300tdi defender
In message , Guy Lux writes
No if you mean the big swivel seal.
Hub oil seal needs changing ... in the hub between the swivel and the brake disk ...
And check the stub axle while you've got in there! If it's grooved the chances are that a new seal wont help. Mike.
I didn't mean the swivel seal, sorry I had forgotten that one :)
OK, Ive taken the rear axel apart, but thought the front may be more complicated "oil-seal-wise" as it moves.
I will, cheers
Guy
I know it may sound stupid but for the "veering-to-the-left-when-braking" problem may I also suggest you check the rear axle's brake proportioning valve and the rear brake pads for wear?
Take care Pantelis
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