leaky rear end..?
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leaky rear end..?
i just happened to look down at the rear end of my ranger and it looks like the bottom half is drenched in fluid..? but there is no leaks on the floor at all...? any idears?, thanks mike
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I would replace it when you can. Untill then I would just make sure you have enough gear oil in there. Unless the leak is REAL bad you should be fine.
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Ooops - I think I typed that wrong. How big of a job is it to replace the pinion seal? I'm thinking about doing it myself, and if not, wanna know what I ought to expect to pay for the repair.
Truck's got 147K miles, so no warranty.
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Truck's got 147K miles, so no warranty.
Thanks!
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I have never done one that I can remember, but I can imagine is too hard. If you don't have a Haynes or Chiltons I would suggest getting one. They do the best they can at step by step repairs.
Without mine infront of me I'd say dropping the drive shaft is no big deal. Removing the pinion yolk bolt is probably a pain, and you will likely need some sort of seal puller/installer. Just guessing. The part should be cheap, it looks like it is $15-$35 depending on what brand you get at Advance Auto. If you had a shop do it you should expect 1/2hr to 1hr labor. If they want anymore, the guy is REALLY goofing off under there.
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Without mine infront of me I'd say dropping the drive shaft is no big deal. Removing the pinion yolk bolt is probably a pain, and you will likely need some sort of seal puller/installer. Just guessing. The part should be cheap, it looks like it is $15-$35 depending on what brand you get at Advance Auto. If you had a shop do it you should expect 1/2hr to 1hr labor. If they want anymore, the guy is REALLY goofing off under there.
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Different models may have different locations, but mine was on the passenger's side of the differential above the driveshaft. It might have a lot of junk built up on it. If you can't find one, you shold at least have a vent tube or breather of some sort. I have seen guys fill from there too.