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05-08-2012, 09:06 AM | #1 |
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Slight leak at differential oil
Hi all, can some one tell me if the seal at the differential is replaceable....have a slight leak.here is the pic...
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05-08-2012, 12:27 PM | #2 |
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Don't see the pic but I'm pretty sure I know what you're talking about and yes it is replaceable. The driver's side leaked on my car and a 2010 that I installed an exhaust on. The dealer replaced mine no problem. I think that this is a more prevalent problem than people realize.
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yea, wonder why the pic did not get loaded. 2nd try. are we talking about the same thing here? If yes, any idea on the part no.? thanks Quote:
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05-09-2012, 07:34 AM | #5 |
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could you have a look at the pic which seems to be loaded and see if the same part ? also, if you have the part no., it would be great? thanks |
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Mine was leaking from the left half shaft seal.
1 33-10-7-510-289 Shaft seal with lock.
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yes, they are replaceable seals on each side.. Every M i had would weep slightly there and most I have seen do too. Its' not uncommon, I wouldn't worry unless it's really leaking.
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A wet stain is somewhat normal. If you see drips...time to replace. It was a relatively easy job on my E46.
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05-09-2012, 12:24 PM | #11 |
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Mine was starting to coat the cooler, but no drips.
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If the E9X design is like the E46...for those who go to the track, you'll be changing those seals everytime you climb under the car. If you see the design of the seal, there is a spring on the side of the opening for the output flange. That spring holds the seal against the flange which creates the seal. That spring is not super tight and won't prevent all seepage. It does prevent your diff fluid from pouring out.
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I have been under my diff countless times and its dry as a bone..hopefully the e92 is immune from this |
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No need to top off...its just a little excess coming out. I only noticed this issue when I started tracking the car.
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It's not.
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Hi all, thanks for the inputs.
Yea, I have just changed the fluid and put it to the brim. Its been 2 days now since the last leak. Look s like the leak is gone. Knowing the info from here made me feel better. However, if anyone knows the part number....help put the number here. |
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The one thing I will add is if you DIY, be sure to take a good mental note of how deep the seal is. Because you can put it in too deep and it will leak even more (that's what she said).
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