2001 F-350 4X4 locking hub and fuel leak trouble

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I have 2 problems. The first appears fairly simple. I need a diagram or something to disassemble and repair the rubber o-ring on my locking hub. Second I just began smelling raw diesel after driving. When I looked at the engine, there is raw fuel puddled on top of the engine. I can't see anywhere obvious that it is coming from. Any ideas?

Jan 12, 2007 at 8:13 PM

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Get the top of the motor dry, remove whatever may be in the way that is unnecessary. Have someone step on the accerator as you watch for puddling. If you don't first dee it, again dry it and repeat until you narrow it down. Keep in mind that fluid leaks can be deceiving, good lighting and a small dental style mirror are often advanageous.

What problem symptoms are you having on the 4wd?

Thank-you for donating :D

Jan 13, 2007 at 7:13 AM

2CARPRO JACK

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Ive seen many of the fuel seperators leak out of the drain valve and other places. Usually replace the whole thing(ouch!) but im sure it will stop your leaks.As for the hub, click on the Mitchell1 link at the bottom of the main forum page.They should have the schematic you are looking for.If not go to your local dealer and ask them to print you one up, they do it all the time for parts when they arent sure what you want. Oh yeah, if you replace the seperator assembly, get all the sealing rings at the same time, dont ask me why but they dont come with the part

Jan 13, 2007 at 7:53 AM

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