How to Replace Rear Axle Seal 06-18 Jeep Wrangler

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In the video, 1A Auto shows how to replace a worn or leaking axle seal. The video is applicable to the 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jeep Wrangler.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2007 Jeep Wrangler
2008 Jeep Wrangler
2009 Jeep Wrangler
2010 Jeep Wrangler
2011 Jeep Wrangler
2012 Jeep Wrangler
2013 Jeep Wrangler
2014 Jeep Wrangler
2015 Jeep Wrangler
2016 Jeep Wrangler
2017 Jeep Wrangler
🔧 List of tools used:
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/ocB/1AX...
• 15mm Wrench 1aau.to/ocI/1AX...
• 18mm Wrench
• 15mm Socket 1aau.to/oj3/1AX...
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/oes/1AX...
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/oes/1AX...
• 8mm Socket 1aau.to/oik/1AX...
• 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar 1aau.to/oaB/1AX...
• 3/8 Inch Drive Ratchet 1aau.to/oj3/1AX...
• Ratchet 1aau.to/okY/1AX...
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oj3/1AX...
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/ogn/1AX...
• Engine Oil
• RTV
• Chisel 1aau.to/oaa/1AX...
• Drain Pan 1aau.to/oaU/1AX...
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/oc5/1AX...
• Hammer 1aau.to/ocD/1AX...
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/ocR/1AX...
• Razor Blade / Gasket Scraper 1aau.to/oV/1AXA...
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[@dustribra]

Great video but unfortunately I can't find it for my 2016 Wrangler on your website. I guess you no longer have it? I was hoping to buy from 1AAUTO again.

[@TheDgdimick]

@@dustribra Same issue with my 2013 Wrangler - website needs a bit of work I guess.

[@gigibuffon7706]

Same here my jeep 2012 sahara

[@gigibuffon7706]

If somebody know please let me know

[@JasonVideo]

This video is fantastic! Great explanation. Perfect audio. Nice lighting. Camera work that isn't distracting. Tight editing. And just enough music volume. Thank you for all of the work you all put into this!

[@1AAuto]

+JasonGrinch Thanks for the feedback!

[@JayLab303]

This girl absolutely killed it. I owe her a beer, follow her directions and you’re golden 👌🏽

[@1AAuto]

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[@upinderjeetsingh2050]

Great Video. Clear, concise and efficient oration of a very difficult task. Great camera angles as well.

[@Rocscrawler]

Nice job. Very concise and thorough step by step. I have only one question though. What happens to seal when the clean dry steel axle starts rotating inside the brand new DRY rubber seal as it goes down the road before the axle lube gets out to the end of the tubes to lubricate it?? I was taught in Arizona Automotive Institute back in 1975, that the new rubber seal MELTS from the friction. I was taught to put a very lite coating of heavy axle grease on the surface of the seal and the machined surface of the axle where they are going to ride to prevent friction. That prevents the seal from melting and causing a new leak on your new axle seal. In 15 years in the field, I (knock-wood) NEVER had a comeback for a new axle seal leaking withing my standard 3 year warranty period. Other than that, the step by step was very informative. Thank you.

[@Cartman4200]

The seal has lubrication on it from Jeep. Well atleast the seal i got when I performed this repair.

[@garyboardwine3349]

Always pre lube the seal and axle bearing

[@joelp77440]

This is more complicated than I thought. Might have to outsource this to my shop.

[@BobboCJ7]

Sue is awesome! Thanks for the great video. We used it today for our Jeep.

[@1AAuto]

+BobboCJ7 Thanks for checking us out, we're glad you liked the video! 1aauto.com

[@ruthvillarreal4196]

Hello Ms. Sue . Here from Houston Tx .. I want to thank you so much ... For the FIRST Time my husband has listened to a women for advice 😂😂 .. He did our daughter 2007 Jeep Wrangler x wt ur Video.. I told him I would leave a comment on ur video great job... We have 4 daughter's . I tell them all the time they have to knw how to change tires n check there own oil on vehicles. Because u never knw if they need to do it them self's.. Very Thankful. ur fans Frm Tx..

[@kirkh4205]

As a tech at a shop, I feel like this misrepresents what may ACTUALLY be required to do this job. MAYBE you will get lucky and your axles will come out without a slide hammer, and MAYbe the backing plates wont want to come off with the axle. I suggest having a slide hammer handy. People might start this job and end up needing more tools than you're showing. just saying.

[@1AAuto]

+K i r k H 4 2 0 Thanks for the feedback!

[@kylemacfarlane831]

Especially in the rust belt

[@Beisbolpapi]

The BEST video I've seen on this process!

[@1AAuto]

+Pete V Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@hillcomonkey9030]

I agree. I like doing my own auto repair, if I can. I have subscribed to this channel for it’s easy to follow videos. Thanks.

[@PIPSBURGHVIEWS]

Great job, very informative. Thank you!

[@benjaminjeep3769]

Waouh, excellent job, and excellent tuto!!! Thanks you. 🥇🥇🥇

[@johnlawson17]

Great video, your detail was excellent.

[@WingoTribe704]

SLIDE HAMMER MAY DEFINITELY BE NEEDED

[@turn-a-keylocksmith4411]

Nice job! Excellent instruction and quality work. Thank you.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com +Derby King

[@zacharycarney]

Another cool video from sue

[@gnaczynski]

The video is nice Im changed front seals but still leaking oil driver side I dont known what is the reason

[@daveharness70]

Does the adjuster assembly go in with the star gear down? I thought it went up on these....or does it matter?

[@rankinprojects599]

What happens when the bolts spin with the nuts on the inner shield?

[@reytech1786]

FYI you don’t need to removed the rear diff cover in order to remove that shaft

[@stevegi71]

Great video ! Super explanations ! Great job ! One more subscribe !! Greatings from Luxembourg

[@Theultrazombiekiller]

You had me until you started grinding off the bearing, Im not gonna mess with it, Ill pay to have that done.

[@jasonkeuma1986]

A dremel works better. Faster because thinner kerf, easier to control because of the smaller radius of the disk.

[@BillCoggan]

Didn't have to take diff cover off just extra work slide hammer would've worked

[@gl837]

Can you give me a parts list, for the seal, Bearing and Race and Spacer?

[@billprinty3697]

I want this chic working on my car

[@BakaRed77]

I have to do this on an 03 Nissan Frontier 2wd 2.4l Auto. Can anyone tell me what the ring in front of the bearing she cut off it called? I am looking at a chart and honestly the low quality of it is maddening to understand without having the axle already out to reference. Is that the spacer? ON the diagram for mine it looks like it is behind the bearing. Someone please help me.

[@gigibuffon7706]

What’s the part number, please

[@mikemichaels1875]

I need my knee replaced. Are you available?

[@1AAuto]

Our mechanics are really good....but not that good 😂

[@hafsanasser4136]

why does the rear axle seal leak?

[@1AAuto]

+Hafsa Zainal The seals just wears off over time.

[@hh65flyer]

Why remove the rear diff cover?

[@1AAuto]

+hh65flyer Thanks for watching! You do not have to for this application, it was done to provide you with more knowledge on how rear differentials are set up!

[@hh65flyer]

@@1AAuto Awesome! Just wanted to make sure. Thank you so much for the quick reply!! Great video, starting this job today.

[@dotsonpowerwashing8713]

axle retainer nut torque is 45ft-lbs differential cover should be torqued to 30ft-lbs the rtv should be applied to one of the mating surfaces and cover should be installed being careful not to press on the cover and bolts should be threaded in until they touch the cover. after 20-30 minutes the bolts may be torqued to spec. smh several bad practices and mis information in this video.

[@Mr39036ce]

Seems like the diff cover can stay on if I use a slide hammer on the hub? Or did I miss something? Think you only used the pry bar in there.

[@andygerace3683]

Very helpful video. I ran into an issue maybe others might as well, where the studs on the retainer plate broke loose. I had to cut them off with sawzall and replace the retainer plate and bolts. Just something that might happen.

[@JoshBryan]

Instead of dealing with rtv ever again, I swapped my front and rear diff covers (2016 jku) to lube locker gaskets. The time saved alone is worth it.

[@RenegadesGarage]

1A Auto.. Cool video. It's funny I just did rear brakes on a 2012 Jeep Wrangler and it needed the seals replaced. I told the customer he had to replace for rear wheel bearing and seals . He couldn't afford it right now so I told him it needs to be done asap..

[@Bearleaux]

Sue's pretty much the only woman in my life that has saved me money. Thousands of dollars between her videos here. Thanks A1 auto for highlighting her ability and thanks Sue for being so good at what you do.

[@peterboyer7967]

This is a great video, and Sue does good work, for sure. She’s careful and patient, and keeps everything clean and simple. My question relates to the reassembly. Sue installed the e brake adjuster in the down position, but when she removed it, it was in the up position. Does this make any difference? Wouldn’t the adjuster loosen off instead of tightening up? Thanks.

[@garyboardwine3349]

Quick tip, pregrease the axle bearings to avoid running dry until the gear oil makes it's way out to the ends of the axle tubes

[@JuanRivera-ff6fd]

Great video, FYI at times the outer race of the bearing will remain pressed into the differential hub and will need to be removed before replacing the axle shaft. In this video it came right out with the axle shaft but that’s not always the case.

[@dsergison]

not on this model JK with OEM tapered roller bearings I don't think.....

[@hateswhitewhales]

yep im doing one thats like pressed into the tube. bearing and race are 1 peice. axle doesnt just slide on out sadly 2011 wrangler unlimited sport

[@kphee]

The rear differential cover bolts torque specification is 30 ft lbs (41 N-m). The fill plug torque is 25 ft lbs (34 N-m).

[@AutoTechJesse-dz3wl]

Now, try it on a Jeep that has lived in New York.

[@raulmendoza8557]

Torque specs= Wicked tiiight. lol

[@beararmstactical7343]

i was gonna say that too lol i wondered if i was the only one who caught that

[@kristiancastillothegreenje1395]

So it is necessary to remove the dif cover?

[@HailAnts]

Unless this is warranty work, I wouldn't bother having this done. For one simple reason: A leaking rear bearing seal will only affect two things: 1. It will cause the rear differential oil to (slowly) leak 2. It will contaminate the rear parking brake shoes with oil making it not work. If your truck is an automatic you're already never using the parking brake, so it doesn't matter. And the diff oil will only leak out _extremely_ slowly. And it's easy to check and fill. And this is a *very* expensive service, well over $1000. Just take your truck to a quick oil change and have them check and refill your differential oil. And then just get on with your life! 😬

[@evygabryel9326]

Super excellent job and great video, love a woman does this.

[@hpaulett]

I’ve been looking for a video to show me how to do this for awhile. Now I finally know how to, thanks!

[@1AAuto]

+hpaulett Thanks for checking us out. Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@jesusmontoya9879]

Parking brake shoes. Not "E brake" shoes.

[@bryanmiller5692]

Same thing dummy

[@lucho4494]

My jeep is Rubicon 2016 unlimited this video is only 95 % matching except the diferencial is looking different so I don't see how to pull off the exel

[@ryanallen5334]

What a stupid design. Why would they make it like that.. its more like a Toyota or Nissan set up. Dumb. Cant ever just leave it how it used to be...

[@zerolimitsoffroad6346]

Why didn't my axle slide out with gentle pressure? Did I miss something?

[@pauldegange5648]

She opened the differential and loosened the axle with a pry bar before pulling it out .

[@jayhalvorson8880]

When I click your "Buy Now" link it takes me to your site, then I put in 2014 Jeep Wrangler and it says the bearing won't fit. When I click through on "show me parts that fit" it gives me front wheel bearings. What's up?

[@1AAuto]

+Jay Halvorson We do apologize It appears we do not offer the part you are looking for and we are correcting the video now.

[@w.c.6678]

Why not include the limited slip diff additive on your list of parts? With a part number? Might be something people want to know...

[@daniellachapelle952]

What i shude do if the bearing cup still stuck on the axle and the bearing itself did come out with the shaft ? Any solution to do ?

[@kirklaplace5013]

Thanks, an easy to understand process and the tools needed. I wish they all were this to the point.

[@justinvega2957]

Hey I pressed my bearing in the ring keeps coming off and I am not are what wrong I do it just like on the video

[@daviddunn1621]

There no c-clips or nothing on the axle inside the carrier just pressed on bearings and four bolts for dust shield?

[@Jo-B625]

I’ve never changed a seal by destroying a bearing and race.. I’ll find another vid.

[@Torrestorres2624]

Good thing I just got a new bearing press from Amazon.

[@freedomisforeveryone1776]

So how would someone do this without a press?

[@madmiracle]

This was incredibly helpful. I had a seal leak, but couldn’t get access to a bearing press, so I went with a full axle assembly from another auto parts supplier. (I checked and 1A Auto didn’t seem to have it.) It would’ve been more cost effective if I could’ve just replaced the seal, bearing, and spacer, but it was so much more cost effective than paying for what my mechanic was asking - $1500 for the seal leak and contaminated brakes. I saved $700 after parts and tools. I can’t help but think that Sue’s from New England with that “wicked tight”. LOL Thank you for this super helpful vid.

[@livalittle100]

She did a great job! nice

[@powershop1903]

Why u gotta take the rear diff cover off? It's not required

[@victorromo6530]

What is the average cost for this service? Parts and labor separated?

[@robertfrancisco1193]

do you have a video on replacing rear spider gears on a jeep 2015 dana 44. that my next project!!

[@1AAuto]

+@robertfrancisco1193 We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@CarlosRodriguez-hb3vq]

She’s a great teacher and mechanic. Explains everything without a lot of useless fill and swagger.

[@1AAuto]

+Karl von Eschenhof Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@hillcomonkey9030]

Great video - short and to the point, very useful, thanks.

[@gavinthornhill]

Great... until you start cutting your way to the end..

[@JoshuaChan]

Excellent video. Is there anything specific about rubicons?

[@kphee]

The torque specification for the four axle retainer nuts is 45 ft lbs. (61 N-m). I definitely do not consider this to be "wicked tight". Be careful you can twist the stud off of the retainer plate if you overtighten.

[@streethawk1607]

No need to remove the diff cover. Bolt rotor on backwards and use it as a slide hammer and axle will pop out.

[@1AAuto]

+Streethawk 1 Thanks for the feedback!

[@o_leksandr]

“Believe it or not but George isn’t home so leave a message “. 😅 sorry, I came here for the torque spec on those retainer bolt nuts, and now can’t get Costanza’s voice out of my head

[@MrElinehan]

What is the average cost for this job? Including rotors and pads…having mine done and cost is 1900 including replacing ABS sensors and fixing broken parking brake

[@boxchevyrider88]

I've never ,Never,NEVER seen those axles just come out like that ,"with the race"😳

[@rubi2.869]

Realy nice Job! I like to look how you done the job so perfect and easy!!!

[@machg.1751]

am i supposed to used a specific rtv ? i have Loctite SI 5015 blue rtv, will this one work or does it need to be Mopar?

[@allanhewick168]

I wish my rotors just fell off like the ones in the video. My axle didn't budge with the pry bar either. Still fighting with the axle removal after using old reversed rotors as a slide hammer.

[@Martin721237]

Awesome video, thanks so very much. Best KZbin video on the subject matter.!

[@1AAuto]

+Martin Riley Thanks for checking us out and the positive feedback! 1AAuto.com

[@edwardhargroves4828]

Does the retainer pull the seal in place?

[@phantomwalker8251]

where do you get a woman like this.??.

[@brading84]

Have you had any requests for a video on the front axle seals???

[@chadlooking35]

Great job and through except on emergency brake replacement ,i will look for the video on that....thanks for the info!

[@nazigrammar9728]

U gotta use thread locker for those retainer nuts. I'm going to do the same tomorrow, I'm thinking about using an induction heater to heat up the inner bearing ring, huh? Better than cutting?

[@allancivitello3771]

what brand is that black RTV silicone your using and how fast does it dry ? Also why do you use the RTV instead of a gasket ?

[@bradpower5266]

If I have one leaking axle seal, and I'm replacing the whole axle shaft with a new complete axle assembly, should I go ahead and replace the other side, too?

[@caciqueguerrero2364]

Why did you open the middle of the differential I saw it done With out .... just a question ❓...

[@hornett22]

awesome video! great to see women in the trade!

[@1AAuto]

+Steve Slater Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@shanehibbs5822]

why you take the diff cover off ?

[@daniellachapelle952]

Thanks for every specific detail you are giving on your video . I have that job to do tomorow morning on my jeep and you are giving clear specific detail but i dont have a hydraulic press to do it but i will try to find a way to slide this bearing on the shaft

[@scottnyc6572]

I experienced the “squealing” phenomena as opposed to the “howling”.It only occurred at highway speed which I couldn’t quite pinpoint where it was originating.The rear passenger brakes seemed to be excessively worn more than the rest which leaves to believe that was what I was hearing.

[@Cidacious]

FYI my alldata manual says 45ft-lbs torque on those axle retainer nuts. It also said to replace those nuts and not to re-use them. My local dealer has lots in stock as this is a common procedure done at dealer service center. Also as another commented should I be greasing the bore/seal so I don't melt seal? Alldata doesn't say to do so....

[@angelotcharles4543]

I really appreciate you guys can also make one for Nissan Frontier 2008 and 2010

[@mitchellantler4231]

Any one else notice the new bearing was full of grease but isn’t the bearing lubricated by the beer oil... very good video tho ! Thank you

[@jptrustno1]

So tightening the retainer bolts is what seats the bearing in the axle tube? That means the retainer presses against the seal to press in the bearing into the axle tube? I dont feel a seal is the way to press in a wheel bearing.

[@Revelation22_5]

Very informative

[@justinvega2957]

I'm having trouble I keep pressing the bearings but they keep messing up

[@lancebalaguer1522]

Nice move maam

[@silveriocervantes4225]

You only show the easy common sense things. But skip the important ones

[@jeffnewton87]

thats not takeing it part

[@kxpilot71]

Great video and got me through this job with far less issues than learning as you go. I now know why you skipped the part of installing the e-brake shoes. You almost need 4 hands for that nightmare, and that took me almost longer than replacing the parts on the axle shaft. As some others have noted, I also had to pop out the race. I used an arm from a 3-jaw puller, which allowed me to get behind the race and pop it out with one good tap to the back of the race. At least Dana is smart enough to leave some of the back edge of the race exposed, unlike Toyota... Watch out for the little white plastic piece inside the ABS sensor clip. There's a bit of vacuum created when pulling off the wiring clip, and that white piece can pop out and get lost easily. I was lucky that I saw it fall out, or it would have been gone. Note for Rubicon owners: With the e-locker, you will not be able to pop the axle shaft out from inside of the differential as shown here. The carrier housing does not allow access to the inside ends of the axle shafts. Another video shows flipping a rotor around backwards, sliding it back onto the lugs, loosely threading on 2-3 lugnuts, then using the rotor like a slide hammer. My axle popped out on the 3rd hit using this method. Knowing this information now, I would not do the additional work to remove the diff cover of a Rubicon unless you find reason to on the drain plug magnet. This will save you a good hour of cleaning, replacing, and waiting for RTV to setup a bit before final torque and fill.

[@AaronCraig7]

Very helpful comment, about to replace both my rear seals and that’ll save a lot of time. Replaced diff fluid And didn’t notice and metal chunks on plug.

[@davidnick1090]

Can I use a 12 ton press