2008 Expedition Front Axle Seal Leak

Teager · #1 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 07:25 PM

I noticed oil under my front passenger side last week and thought it was motor oil until further examination revealed it was gear oil. I traced it back to where the front axle comes out of the differential . Any suggestions short of pulling the axle and replacing the seal. It leaks about a table spoon a day and seams to more noticable in cold weather. Has anyone else had this problem/suggestions ?

RI-Matt · #2 (**permalink**) 01-09-2013, 05:41 AM

Common problem. I had mine taken care of last year (under extended warrranty) Not sure what it would cost, but I think it's about 1 1/2 hrs labor plus parts so depending on the labor near you maybe $150-200.

Matt

Pilgrim · #3 (**permalink**) 01-22-2013, 09:52 AM

Exact same thing on my wife's '08 expy. Almost annually, in the winter. Lasts about a year. Just noticed it again today while changing oil. Very frustrated.
Pilgrim

Teager · #4 (**permalink**) 01-22-2013, 12:22 PM

I wound up having the seal replaced. I hope it last more than a year for what it cost. I noticed it after an extreme cold spell and a long highway drive. I wondered if the oil got hot and expanded so I asked the dealer if there was a vent and they said yes and I asked them to make sure it was clear and they said they did.

Pilgrim · #5 (**permalink**) 01-22-2013, 12:52 PM

I checked this morning. Last replaced Feb. 2012. That was 3rd time I believe. Vent was ok on this one as well. Maybe I'll try again.
Pilgrim