Front Differential Leak

Discussion in 'Modifications & DIY how-to' started by Unidub, Aug 28, 2009.

  1. Unidub

    Unidub Member

    2004 STi
    So I was installing new springs on the STi.
    I finished the driver side then move on to the passenger side..
    I notice a HUGE puddle of gear oil on the ground....
    I then jack the car up and get under to see where its coming from...
    It seems to be the front diff right where the axle comes in. Theres like a green metal housing and it seems to be dripping from there well its seems more like it poured out there was so much...

    This is a pic of the driver side.... Is this normal or is it a wtf.
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  2. nicad

    nicad Yes I am a troll

    your axle is not seated all the way. push it in. that metal lip fits into the axle oil seal
     
  3. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    Wirelessly posted

    You may have pulled the axel out accidentally when pressing down on the control arm to get the strut to slide back in properly.
     
  4. Unidub

    Unidub Member

    Yeah I got it thanks for the help! :) kinda scary how it pops out like that.. but i guess also the suspension shouldn't move in a way that it would cause it to come out..
     
  5. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    Bingo :)
     

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