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Question: How do I know when my front axle seals need replace? What should it cost?

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louisva, Vacaville, CA, February 06, 2012, 15:58
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I was told by an oil change shop that I really needed this, because it would fail in a week or two. I am very suspicous of there compenence.

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    Greg's Orange Auto (4512 Answers) , Orange, CA - (714) 769-6971
    globalhelper February 06, 2012, 16:06
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    IS THIS A 4X4 AND ARE THEY FRT OR REAR AXLE SEALS. I WOULD ALSO BE WORRIED ABOUT THEM

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    louisva, February 06, 2012, 16:12
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    It is 4 x 4 and they are the left and right front axle seals

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    globalhelper, February 06, 2012, 16:34
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    IS THE UNDER SIDE OF THE CAR COVERED IN GEAR OIL? IF YOU PULL BOTH AXLES AND REPLACE SEALS IT COSTS APPROX 400.00

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    louisva, February 06, 2012, 16:59
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    Thanks for your assistance. I will crawl under tomorrow, if it is not raining, and check. Appreciate your quick response.

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