DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM > PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

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HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.


 
Symptom
Suspected area
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Oil leak from front differential
Oil (level too high or wrong grade)
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Front differential side oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Front differential rear oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Companion flange (loose or damaged)
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Oil leak from rear differential
Oil (level too high or wrong grade)
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Rear differential front oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Companion flange (loose or damaged)
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Oil leak from front drive pinion shaft
Oil (level too high or wrong grade)
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Front differential side oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Front differential rear oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Companion flange (loose or damaged)
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Oil leak from rear drive pinion shaft
Oil (level too high or wrong grade)
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Rear differential front oil seal (worn or damaged)
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Companion flange (loose or damaged)
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