Leaking axle seal?

[staying_tuned]

It seems the leaks don't leak "a lot" and a little oil seems to go a "long way" in making it look worse then it is. As pointed out in another thread (shadowPapa) comment it was mentioned something like you would have to lose 3 ounces before possible damage to occur and obviously that would be a big mess compared to some spread out over the back of the "wheel".

I had asked for feedback revolving around the same notion only in my case, I wanted to take it (while leaking) to WY/MO/UT from PA and back. During the course of that entire trip I maybe wen't through a tablespoon. The loss was so insignificant that after we got to Cody, I checked it for the first time since leaving PA and because the driveway I was on was ever so slightly inclined, oil starting coming out of the drain plug bolt hole. I had to bring it down to the street to see how much (none detectable) I lost.

I then check again when back in PA and that is when I topped it off with a tiny bit. I've since pushed off the repair (originally scheduled for today w/ a loaner) to the 26th so we could come view a property in KY. Checked earlier this week when we got here, zero visible/finger gauge detectable loss but still wet looking rotor guard so yeah, it seems like a few drops can spread across nearly half the guard if given enough time.

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[rymac986]

Add mine to the list. Dealer confirmed today, as I have been suspecting for about 2000 miles now. 2021 JT Willys, build date 3/2021. Currently at 6,500 miles. Dealer says parts are a couple weeks to a month out. Fine to drive until then.

Passenger's side rear:

 

[JeepCares]

Add mine to the list. Dealer confirmed today, as I have been suspecting for about 2000 miles now. 2021 JT Willys, build date 3/2021. Currently at 6,500 miles. Dealer says parts are a couple weeks to a month out. Fine to drive until then.

Passenger's side rear:

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[DocMike]

Mine just started. Was told by the tech at Jeep it was due to the regear....back in July of 2021.
These are the same techs that told me the grinding noise was my retention spring being busted on the brakes. Taking it to Tanner to get it checked out net week.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Add mine to the list. Dealer confirmed today, as I have been suspecting for about 2000 miles now. 2021 JT Willys, build date 3/2021. Currently at 6,500 miles. Dealer says parts are a couple weeks to a month out. Fine to drive until then.

Passenger's side rear:

While I agree with them, yes, it IS, do keep an eye on it because leaks don't get better, and sometimes they get worse.
As of now I'd drive it if it was mine - but I'd keep an eye on it and if you see drops on the floor or driveway, then check the fluid level.
But for now, you haven't even lost more than a couple ounces if even that much.

Thankfully these leaks appear to not be caused by bearing issues - if they were, all bets would be off.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Mine just started. Was told by the tech at Jeep it was due to the regear....back in July of 2021.
These are the same techs that told me the grinding noise was my retention spring being busted on the brakes. Taking it to Tanner to get it checked out net week.

Dang, I wish you were closer - I'd have to bring it over as I'd like to pull the axle out of one that's leaking..........
On the other hand, I see the delivery date on mine which was for the 19th, even though it's still on the lot in Toledo collecting dust and soot from the trains going by, that date has been moved to the 11th. I'm not holding my breath, on the other hand - I'm still stripping my truck for the trade. Holy cow it's hard to do things like swap those heavy parts or remove the MOPAR trailer brake controller when the temp and dew point are about even and sweat is running down my face just looking at the work to do! Ha - to be 45 years younger again. (but then I'd be cursing because my hair got caught up in a creeper wheel again - oh, well)

 

[DocMike]

I am seeing it on both sides. First comment from Tanner was, "Did you add fluid?" Nope.
They fixed my pinion bearing and I drove to Tennessee and back. Went in to Jeep for a free oil change and they spotted it on both sides. Tech commented the "only time he sees this is with a regear"
I cleaned them off and it's suspiciously less than it was when it was on the lift. But it is gathering on the bottom of the dust shield and a tiny bit on the tire bead.

Dang, I wish you were closer - I'd have to bring it over as I'd like to pull the axle out of one that's leaking..........
On the other hand, I see the delivery date on mine which was for the 19th, even though it's still on the lot in Toledo collecting dust and soot from the trains going by, that date has been moved to the 11th. I'm not holding my breath, on the other hand - I'm still stripping my truck for the trade. Holy cow it's hard to do things like swap those heavy parts or remove the MOPAR trailer brake controller when the temp and dew point are about even and sweat is running down my face just looking at the work to do! Ha - to be 45 years younger again. (but then I'd be cursing because my hair got caught up in a creeper wheel again - oh, well)

 

[DocMike]

Here is the state of mine. Not as bad as some....but

 

[JeepCares]

Mine just started. Was told by the tech at Jeep it was due to the regear....back in July of 2021.
These are the same techs that told me the grinding noise was my retention spring being busted on the brakes. Taking it to Tanner to get it checked out net week.

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[aj93jeep]

Just got back from my second Jeep Wave oil change and they found the PASS rear axle leaking. Gotta take it in Wednesday to get it diagnosed. Assuming I'll get it back same day for parts - would be nice if they had a loaner. 10350 miles.

 

[MyMojaveJT]

Just got mine back today. Here in Indianapolis I was able to drop mine off on Tuesday this week for service Wednesday (they squeezed me in with no appt) and they had it ready Thursday night about 4p.

Now just got to watch and see if it starts leaking again.

They used part # 68474264AA Shaft-Axle Rear

 

[Riccochet]

Rear seals in my '12 JKR have been leaking since....2012. Both of them. It's not a bad leak, not dripping, just leaves the backing plates damp. I call it rust prevention. I didn't care at the time since it wasn't bad, and always said I'd slap some upgraded shafts in there if it did get bad. Well, it never got bad. So....who know.

Right front seal was leaking for a while as well. And then it stopped. No, I didn't let the diff leak dry. I change fluid every 20k and it's been holding fine. Who knows. Maybe some shmutz was in the seal and worked itself out.

A little "self lubricating chassis system" never bothered me much, as long as it's not bad.

 

[staying_tuned]

Rear seals in my '12 JKR have been leaking since....2012. Both of them. It's not a bad leak, not dripping, just leaves the backing plates damp. I call it rust prevention. I didn't care at the time since it wasn't bad, and always said I'd slap some upgraded shafts in there if it did get bad. Well, it never got bad. So....who know.

Right front seal was leaking for a while as well. And then it stopped. No, I didn't let the diff leak dry. I change fluid every 20k and it's been holding fine. Who knows. Maybe some shmutz was in the seal and worked itself out.

A little "self lubricating chassis system" never bothered me much, as long as it's not bad.

Does it not foul the pads on a JK? Dealer is replacing pads and rotors on both rears (despite leak only being on my pass side) since the passenger rear pads were soaked. I guess Jeep policy is if one rotor is changed, they are required to change the other side as well.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Does it not foul the pads on a JK? Dealer is replacing pads and rotors on both rears (despite leak only being on my pass side) since the passenger rear pads were soaked. I guess Jeep policy is if one rotor is changed, they are required to change the other side as well.

E-brake pads on my WJ were SLIMEY, really bad, gooey. It was getting to the main brake pads.
It was so bad you could have the e-brake applied really hard - and still drive it, the rear brakes didn't hold that well, either, on that right side. Luckily, that was a case of just buying the seal and bearing and fixing it in my shop.
A little lube makes brakes grab or lock, a lot makes them not hold.

 

[Riccochet]

Does it not foul the pads on a JK? Dealer is replacing pads and rotors on both rears (despite leak only being on my pass side) since the passenger rear pads were soaked. I guess Jeep policy is if one rotor is changed, they are required to change the other side as well.

Not that I've ever seen. And I've done rear brakes 3 times now. Only thing that's damp/wet is the backing plate. I suppose if the leak is bad enough it could contaminate the parking brake.

Honestly the parking brake on my JKR never really worked anyways. I've spent enough time adjusting it, trying to get it to grab, and it just never does. I don't use it anyways, so no loss.

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