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10-10-2017, 06:27 PM
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Changing Axles, Will I lose Fluid?
Hey Guys, I need to put in my new CV axles this week. I'm changing both sides, am I gonna lose any fluid out of my 5 Speed tranny?
Thanks!
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10-10-2017, 06:40 PM
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You may lose a little. Work fast to make it as minimal as possible.
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10-10-2017, 07:01 PM
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Maybe a drop. That's it.
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10-10-2017, 10:43 PM
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I don't recall any coming out when I've changed either auto or manual axles, but how long has it been since the fluid in the transmission has been changed? Might be a good opportunity. I'd also recommend new axle seals as well while you've got everything apart.
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10-19-2017, 10:15 PM
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10-19-2017, 10:18 PM
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For the record, I did make a good little puddle underneath when I switched axles. It drips out pretty fast. I don't think it was enough to be a big deal or anything, but It definitely leaked, even when switching out the axles as fast as I could.
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A lot of that will have something to do with how the car is raised, too. If you have the car lifted in the front, or favoring a particular side, you are more prone to leaking fluid than otherwise.
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10-20-2017, 10:39 PM
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just change the seals while you're doing to axles. Takes no time at all, and gives you the piece of mind. Both seals are like $10. And the OEM fluid is 10w30, so you're out like $10 as well on a fluid change. That's my .02
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