Front Differential Assembly Lubricant Leak Diagnosis: Notes

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Front axle lubricant leaks can occur at the following locations:

Axle shaft oil seals.
Differential carrier assembly mating surface.
Drain plug.
Fill plug.
Inner axle tube assembly to differential carrier assembly mating surface.
Pinion yoke oil seal.
Vent tube.