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Problem Symptoms Table

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Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM

Symptom Suspect Area
Oil leak from front differential
  1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
  2. Front differential rear oil seal (Worn or damaged)
  3. Companion flange (Loose or damaged)
Oil leak from rear differential
  1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
  2. Rear differential front oil seal (Worn or damaged)
  3. Companion flange (Loose or damaged)
Oil leak from front drive pinion shaft
  1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
  2. Front differential rear oil seal (Worn or damaged)
  3. Companion flange (Loose or damaged)
Oil leak from rear drive pinion shaft
  1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
  2. Rear differential front oil seal (Worn or damaged)
  3. Companion flange (Loose or damaged)