Recently noticed weeping of gear oil form my front differential seal (drivers side) after doing the awesomely cool 4x4 you see below. I am compiling all articles and information I have found and step by step instructions on how to complete this repair your-self. My basic search yielded no exact matches, if one exists oh well.
Note: I have a Procomp 6 inch lift with stock upper and lower control arms. My tie rod is positioned on the top side due to the lift. Procedure holds.
After hitting a mud hole I began to smell a burnt gear oil smell, later inspection revealed weeping from my differential at the half axle on the drivers side.
Tools you will need:
19mm socket (Remove Tires, tie rod end)
36mm socket (Remove Hub Nut)
24mm Socket (Remove lower control arm)
Dielectric grease recommended (ABS Sensor Plug)
2qts 75W-90 gear oil (Check drain plug manual for correct type)
Set of pry bars, pliers, mallet, oil catch pan, rags, and jack & jack stands.
Wife Unit to hold stuff and depress pedals... :simmadown:
If you do not wish to repair this yourself the dealership quoted me ~$320 + consumables (Oil, hub nut, and clip) to repair.
(Poor Photo showing weeping from front differential)
Part (Gearshaft oil seal) costs $11.25 from Toyota.
Note: I have a Procomp 6 inch lift with stock upper and lower control arms. My tie rod is positioned on the top side due to the lift. Procedure holds.
After hitting a mud hole I began to smell a burnt gear oil smell, later inspection revealed weeping from my differential at the half axle on the drivers side.
Tools you will need:
19mm socket (Remove Tires, tie rod end)
36mm socket (Remove Hub Nut)
24mm Socket (Remove lower control arm)
Dielectric grease recommended (ABS Sensor Plug)
2qts 75W-90 gear oil (Check drain plug manual for correct type)
Set of pry bars, pliers, mallet, oil catch pan, rags, and jack & jack stands.
Wife Unit to hold stuff and depress pedals... :simmadown:
If you do not wish to repair this yourself the dealership quoted me ~$320 + consumables (Oil, hub nut, and clip) to repair.
Part (Gearshaft oil seal) costs $11.25 from Toyota.