help with side axle seal replacement...
hey everyone i have a 2000 f150 4x4 with a leaky rear side axle seal. i wanna replace it myself so can anyone tell me the steps involved in doing this?
thanks Mitch
thanks Mitch
http://www.f150online.com/forums/art...lots-pics.htmlFYI: When the axle is pulled inspect the region where the rollers run on the axle for wear and pitting. It is not necessary to replace the axle if that region is badly worn; instead, pull the wheel bearing and replace it with a repair bearing/seal unit. Suitable repair bearing/seal units can be found at Autozone or Rock Auto. (SKF # R1559 I think is the one)
The repair bearing/seal replaces the wheel bearing and seal as a unit and the roller contact region on the axle shaft is moved outboard to a place where there is no wear.
Last edited by Kattumaram; Sep 5, 2010 at 06:41 PM.

