leaking wheel cylinder

1992 CHEVROLET VAN
19,000 MILES
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STARZYPAN777
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I have a 92 chevy G 20 conversion van with a leaking wheel cylinder. The seal from the differential pours fluid out . How do i replace seal and take the axle out to replace the seal?

I was told i have to take the back axle off on each side to be able to take the old seal off and replace it with a new one. Is this correct? There are pins inside the axle housing that i have to take off once i have the housing off. I have to be careful not to do something or all the gears could fall out.

I was told to push each side in to get the axle off that has the leaking s eal.What is the best procedure? Trevor
Dec 24, 2011 at 11:03 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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yes, the cover comes off, the pin needs to be removed in the spider gears, the axles pushed in so the c clip falls off and then the axle comes out. i would bet there is a bearing and possible axle failure as well. examine the surface of the axle for ridges. a new seal will never work if there is bearing and axle damage.

Check this link

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/rear-axle-seal-replacement

Roy
Dec 24, 2011 at 11:11 PM
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