as above guys, can it be done in situ or does the diff need to come out, also is it easy to replace or do i need some special tools


its an escort coz 4x4
dave

 

lookslike all the mechanics are off tonight

 

anyone at all

 

Can be done in situ.

Pics from a 2wd saph but still the same.

Unbolt the drive shaft on the side you want to change.



Remove the rear diff cover (get something to catch the oil in when you take it off)

The stub axle has a circlip holding it in the diff. You can just make it out in this pic.



Pull that off and you should be able to pull the stub axle out of the diff.



Seal pic.



Remove old seal

Fit new seal.
Fit everything back together (use some sealant when refitting the diff cover)

These pics are from when i stripped/rebuilt my diff. When you get the rear cover out take a look at the gears inside. Mine didnt whine or anything but the teeth on the gears were chipped and very worn!

Mart

 

which seal?
the output or the pinion?

easier to teak the diff out but can be done in situ

 

oh yeah good point doji. I assumed it would be output.


Mart