The rear Dana 44 doesn’t have inner axle seals. You don’t need to pull the carrier to replace the seals either. There are 4 nuts holding each axle shaft in.
Should I replace my axle shaft seal?
The axle shaft seal in your car is a gasket that keeps fluid from leaking out of the vehicle’s differential. Barring contamination, it could conceivably last you the life of your vehicle. It requires no maintenance, and only needs to be replaced if it becomes damaged.
How much should an axle seal replacement cost?
Fixing an axle seal can cost anywhere from $150 to several hundred dollars, depending on the make and model of your car. If you detect a leak it’s better to fix it sooner rather than later, as ruining your transmission is an expensive repair.
Is an axle seal the same as a wheel seal?
Full Float Axles Have A Wheel Seal The axle shaft is sealed with silicone RTV when it is bolted into the hub. The hub has a wheel seal to protect the bearings. The wheel seal is installed on the back side of the hub.
How long can you drive with a leaking axle seal?
If the leak is small and you can’t make it to an appointment for a few days, it is okay to drive your vehicle as long as you keep the transmission fluid full. Do not push it too far though, as ruining your transmission is an expensive repair.
How do you get oil out of a Dana 44?
On a Dana 44 there are only a few places that water/dirt can get in and oil can get out. The pinion seal behind the pinion yoke, the 2 axle seals inside the axle tube, the differential cover and the vent tube are the only ways in or out.
What is the torque on a Dana 44 bearing cap?
Bearing cap torque for a Dana 44 is 60 ft-lbs – be sure and clean the threads and the hole before torquing. I add a drop or two of loctite for good measure. This is what a new seal looks like – the side with the spring goes IN. I use a big socket for my seal press tool.
How do you seal the rear axles?
The pinion seal behind the pinion yoke, the 2 axle seals inside the axle tube, the differential cover and the vent tube are the only ways in or out. The diff cover is simple enough to seal with either a gasket or some RTV. The vent tube can be routed up high into the engine compartment with some hose.
