Hi Everyone!
Not new here just been a while..
Here's my problem while replacing brake pads i found that my axle has leaked fluid on the pss,side rear rotor and all over ..
I been looking for any info on repairing it myself . I found Everything for every other truck just not for this truck.

It's 2003 F-250 w/5.4L all Stock rear axle has 12 bolts and gears are 7.73
I believe its a Dana 60. No tags or markings on the Axle to go by..

I live in the Freak-en woods here so i like to order all the right parts once and do over the weekend .. its my only ride so once apart im stuck here....

PS. I did check the Vent Tube its fine..

Thanks in Advance for any help....

Jay
Palmyra NY.

 

its very uncommon for the inner seal to leak, most of the time the rubber vent hose is clogged shut so it causes pressure to build up in the axle and the oil leaks out. On the top of the front diff there should be a 1/4" rubber hose that goes up to the frame pull it out and either clean it or just replace it, its old anyways. Then there is the nipple the hose goes on it simply screws into the diff remove the vent fitting and clean it out if its clogged up. If so you found the problem!

 

Hi And Thanks..
I did remove the Fill plug and blew air into the Vent line i can feel the air coming out the Fill Hole...

 

This is what your looking for. Good luck

http://www.guzzle7pt3.com/embrake.php

 

I'd say take a look Jason's tech articles: 2004 F250 Ball Joint Replacement

It gives a very detailed teardown of the front end and seal replacement. If you are going to take the time to do them and it is your only vehicle, I'd say replace as many of the front parts as you can. I had one ball joint go on my Ranger, and I did all the ball joints, tierod ends, and outer u-joints. That way I only needed one alignment and everything was set for another 50-100k of abuse. I realize that SD parts are more expensive, but I'd rather pony the money up at once rather than be inconvienced at a later time

On the flip side, use a ton of brake cleaner and make sure the diff has a fair amount of fluid in it. If you are not using 4x4 and your front hubs are unlocked, the gear lube isn't doing much besides rust protection.

 

Rear axle on a 03' F-250 is the Sterling 10.5. Check Rock Auto for parts.

 

Unless I'm reading it wrong, it's the front axle leaking

 

I guess we need clarification, as the OP posted

 

I saw Dana 60... My bad

 

Gm. All
Thank you wizkid00104 ,But it is the Rear Axle...I did say I believed it was a Dana 60. but i wasn't sure ... Just so you know i did used the info you sent me 2 years ago.. and it made the job so nice and easy.That is a Great Write up... I Even Power wash all the Front end parts and painted them Still looking good.

And Thank you DFK so its a Sterling 10.5 (12 bolts on the cover..)
Has anyone seen anything on How to tear it down and replace everything that should be replace?
Like the Front Axle, I didn't see any point on just Replacing the Ball joints since i had it all apart I Replace Everything, ball joints, seals,Hub bearings Axle u joints and calipers .
This has been a Good truck hasn't nickled and Dime me.. so it worth to me to do all i can and spending the Extra...
its only got 160k on it..
Again thank you Guys......

 

I Missed You There Zedrive...That looks like what i need to know..
Thank You.....

 

Can Anyone tell if this gets removed or not?? Im not sure if the new seal just slides over it.. looks beat up..
Thanks Guys...


Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - mrjay62's Album: Rear Hub Seal

 

Sorry the 2nd picture....

 

Never mind i got it.. seal was rotted away came off in 3 parts...
Don't know where i be without this Site....
Its the BEST..
Thanks to All..
Jay

 

sorry mrj, this forum hasnt been very active lately