Cv Axle Leaking After Replacement. Cv boots leaking has been found when i do oil changing. It's been about a week now after i replaced the cv axle.
When it is closest to the center of the truck, no visible fluid is leaking, but. Sep 1, 2019 at 9:33 am. Popped the axle out and replaced the seal (with the bearing/seal kit from american muscle).
To do this, unbolt the hub from the axle by removing the cotter pin, and using an axle nut tool to remove the axle nut.
Depending on the size of the leak, it may be okay to drive with a leaking axle seal, but not for very long. Driving my crazy since it drips on to the cat and smokes everywhere! With all of the accessory hub items removed, remove the axle from the transmission. It began after i replaced the axle shaft, i did not replace the seal at that time, but noticed it leaking soon after.
