Rear Axle Seal

[James Perez]

Hey guys, I recently went to Les Schwab to get my 4Runner checked out because I felt some shaking when I brake. I assumed it was warped rotors, and they said it was a rear axle seal that needed replaced.
Any stories or tips on getting yours fixed?
I go to a University where they don't allow mechanic work in the parking stalls so I won't be able to attempt it myself (I've heard it's a tedious job).

Any advice would be much appreciated!
(I'm in Seattle area so recommended mechanics would be great too!)

 

[Paperjam]

Start by checking that your vent on the left side of the pumpkin isn't stuck or plugged. It's a common cause for axle seal leaks, as it pressurizes the case. I caught mine early and just changed the seal and left the bearing, but I changed the breather to an extended one.

 

[JayRolla]

Hey guys, I recently went to Les Schwab to get my 4Runner checked out because I felt some shaking when I brake. I assumed it was warped rotors, and they said it was a rear axle seal that needed replaced.
Any stories or tips on getting yours fixed?
I go to a University where they don't allow mechanic work in the parking stalls so I won't be able to attempt it myself (I've heard it's a tedious job).

Any advice would be much appreciated!
(I'm in Seattle area so recommended mechanics would be great too!)

The search function is your friend!!
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...e-information-replacement-thread-3rd-gen.html