How do I replace the right rear outer wheel/axle seal and is it 80W90 rear diff oil?

2005 SUZUKI XL7
100,000 MILES
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ORDNANCE
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My right rear wheel plate and shoes are soaked in gear oil. I think it is the bearing seal I just don't know how to get the axle out so I can replace the seal. I do not have a repair or operators manual for the XL-7. Thanks
Apr 21, 2012 at 6:30 PM
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you need to remove the axle assembly either by un bolting the axle by the 4 bolts or releasing the c clips inside the differential.

the seal is part of the bearing and may need to be pressed off and on.
make sure you change the shoes and clean the drum.

Roy
Apr 21, 2012 at 7:19 PM
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How do I replace rear axle seals?
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May 23, 2019 at 5:44 PM (Merged)
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