Axle Seal

Moderate

Tools Required (5)

Jack & jack stands

Socket set

Seal puller

Drain pan

Torque wrench

Axle sealDifferential fluid

Pro Tip Don't scratch the axle surface. Lube new seal before installing.

Ford F-150

8.8 or 9.75 rear axle. Seal behind bearing. C-clip axles — must remove c-clip.

Extra tools: C-clip axle removal tool, slide hammer

Toyota

Tacoma/4Runner: rear axle seal behind bearing retainer. 4 bolts.

Chevrolet

10-bolt/14-bolt: C-clip retention. Remove diff cover, remove c-clip, pull axle, replace seal.

Jeep

Dana 35/44: remove c-clip. Seal pries out. Don't nick the axle shaft surface.

Subaru

Rear stub axle seal. Remove axle nut, pull hub, seal is in housing.