Transaxle Oil seal

[ToyotaHankins]

My left cv joints have packed it in so I'm going to have to replace them. I was thinking while I had the driveaxle out I should replace the transaxle oil seal also. It's not leaking now but its happened before as soon as I disterb something it will start to leak. Has anyone else replaced this seal? Had any problems? It seems straight forward. Also is that a special seal driver for it?

Thanks
ToyotaHankins

[blb]

I generally only replace the axle seals if they are leaking. When removing the axle, be very careful not to cut the seal with the splines on the axle, and do the same when installing the new axle. In answer to your question, yes, it is a straight forward job to replace the seals as they are just press fit. Use a seal puller or screwdriver to pry out to remove them and use a seal installer or a piece of correct diameter plastic pipe and hammer to install. I usually opt for OEM Toyota seals.

[1jzdreamer]

Originally Posted by blb

I generally only replace the axle seals if they are leaking. When removing the axle, be very careful not to cut the seal with the splines on the axle, and do the same when installing the new axle. In answer to your question, yes, it is a straight forward job to replace the seals as they are just press fit. Use a seal puller or screwdriver to pry out to remove them and use a seal installer or a piece of correct diameter plastic pipe and hammer to install. I usually opt for OEM Toyota seals.

I second this, including the oe seals from the dealer. They seem to be more resilient to abuse.

[ToyotaHankins]

yeah, thanks guys. I ordered up a seal but i refuse to pay $450 for an axleshaft from toyota so I opted to get the axelshaft from Napa for only $100.