rear bearings replaced somehow the seal went bad?

65,000 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KFLY
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I had the rear bearings replaced on my truck a month ago. Somehow the seal went bad and now I need to replace it myself. Thank you! Kevin
Feb 7, 2020 at 10:54 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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This video shows the job being done on a similar car but the process is the same.

https://youtu.be/ytqXLSjHNm0

Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

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

Please run down these guides and report back.
Feb 7, 2020 at 11:02 AM
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PORTAFISHING
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You will need to remove the brake caliper


https://youtu.be/VsMD6QR_KrY

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
Feb 7, 2020 at 11:18 AM
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KFLY
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Thank you all for the quick response. I will try to get it up on stands tomorrow.
Feb 7, 2020 at 11:51 AM
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