Rear Differential Carrier Leak Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Rear Differential Carrier Leak Diagnosis
| Cause | Correction |
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| GM P/N 12378514 Hypoid Gear Oil has ultraviolet dye already included within the oil. Drain and fill the unit with new oil before using the J 28428-E black light, when inspecting for leaks. See Special Tools and Equipment . Ultraviolet dye J 28431-6 is not approved for use. |
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| Restricted or damaged ventilation tube assembly | Replace the ventilation tube as required. |
| Worn, scored, or missing drain and/or fill plug sealing washers | Install new sealing washers and tighten the plugs per specifications. |
| Worn or damaged drive pinion oil seal |
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| Cut or damaged drive pinion housing O-ring seal | Replace the O-ring seal as required. |
| Worn or damaged axle shaft oil seals | Replace the axle shaft oil seals as required. |
| Cut or damaged clutch pump check valve O-ring seals | Replace the O-ring seals as required. |
| Leaking clutch pump check valve | Replace the clutch pump check valve assembly. |
| Carrier housing porosity or a leaking side cover seal surface | Replace the differential assembly. |