While getting my 1994's transmission serviced I noticed a little fluid leaking down the side of the differential. The mechanic checked the axle and said there is wear on the bushing and seal. We checked the oil level and it was fine. The plug did have a dark pasty substance on it and he said that it was metal. He told me that this was an expensive repair. I told him I was going to let it go for a while. The car has 82K miles on it.
I was just wondering if anyone else has a leaking axle seal/bushing and how many miles you have on it and have you had any trouble or replaced it for this reason? The mechanic told me that eventually, due to excessive play, that I will probably have ring and pinion issues. I don't really plan to fix until it gets a lot worse. Just wondering how critical it is based on other's experience.
Thanks, Fife
I was just wondering if anyone else has a leaking axle seal/bushing and how many miles you have on it and have you had any trouble or replaced it for this reason? The mechanic told me that eventually, due to excessive play, that I will probably have ring and pinion issues. I don't really plan to fix until it gets a lot worse. Just wondering how critical it is based on other's experience.
Thanks, Fife