K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Customer Interest
Axle - Fluid Leak Near Front Wheels or Front Engine Area
File In Section: 4 - Drive Axle
Bulletin No.: 86-43-06A
Date: August, 1998
Subject:
Fluid Leak Near Front Wheels or Front Engine Area (Replace Front Axle Output Shaft Seal Assembly)
Models:
1997-98 Chevrolet and GMC K, L, T Models with 7.25 in., 8.25 in., 9.25 in. Front Axles
This bulletin is being revised to add 1997 K Truck Axle information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 86-43-06 (Section 4 - Drive Axle).
Condition
Some owners may comment about fluid leaking onto the ground near the front wheels or front engine area or leaking onto the surrounding components.
Cause
Extremely cold temperatures may cause the inside of the differential seals to become brittle and the seals may crack.
Correction
