2005 Nissan Altima Axle shaft seal leak

2005 NISSAN ALTIMA
150,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BILLY GRAHAM
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I recently changed axle shaft in altima and now seal on passenger side is leaking and I was wondering if the was a special way to in stall the new seal looks like a tight fit just want to get it right any information will be great. Thanks in advance.
Sep 20, 2015 at 8:54 AM
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No special way just ensure that it is knocked in evenly and a light smear of oil on the seal surface, bake sure that the shaft when fitted does not drag on the seal to much as this can damage it.
Sep 20, 2015 at 2:33 PM