leak in rear of car

1996 AUDI A4
189,022 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • MANUAL
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DANIEL MERRILL
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I have a leak in the rear of my audi 1996 A4 It appears to be heavy oil/grease I think it could be the differential What is your oppinion on the causes and what is involved in the repair?
Apr 3, 2011 at 8:57 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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With out actually viewing the leak it is a bit hard to say, but if it is just a pinion seal, this will only be fairly cheap $30 for a seal maybe and around 3/4 Hr labour + any oil used.
Jul 3, 2011 at 7:37 AM
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