cv axel repair

1992 NISSAN SENTRA
4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SKINNESGIRL
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i have transmission fluid leaking out from the cv joint seal after replacing my cv joint and putting a new seal on...what could be causing this
Feb 1, 2011 at 11:51 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The seal must have been damaged when you installed it or the axle itself is worn. Check both. NOTE: Make sure to prelubericate the seal before installing the axle. Place a thin coat of ATF on the seal so the axle can glide easily into the seal itself.
Feb 2, 2011 at 1:09 AM
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