Leaking front diff/axle
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Three Wheelin'
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Leaking front diff/axle
Took the car in for an oil change, brake pads and a tech inspection. Well, what they found is not so good. I though there might be a leak in the front suspension from some oil like substance I found on the ground. Well, the shop says they see a leak in the front differential and axle! The car is under warranty.
First, what color is the fluid in the front diff? Is it clear? Also, I though the front diff was a sealed unit, does this mean the car could be out for a while? Sorry about all the questions, did a search and found nothing.
Thank you
CJ
First, what color is the fluid in the front diff? Is it clear? Also, I though the front diff was a sealed unit, does this mean the car could be out for a while? Sorry about all the questions, did a search and found nothing.
Thank you
CJ
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CJ, When I had my PSS9s installed, my mechanic said there was probably a leak (maybe a seal) in the front differential (there was no fluid on the floor just some on the underside of the car). Took it to the dealer. They confirmed the leak. They then replaced the seal...test drove it and found it still leaking. Dealer contacted Porsche...they then replaced the entire front differential. All in all it took 3 days. Everything good now.
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Three Wheelin'
Joined: Oct 2004
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Well, it sounds like the front diff leak is not something to freak out over. Chris, thats what I thought it was and I even told RPM to take a hard look. They said it was the front diff and not the front shock. Given the dif is under warranty, I am thankful its only my drive train...... ;-)
