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Old 01-19-2010, 07:53 AM
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Re: 4runner axle seals

There's an oil seal and bearing on the backing plate. The oil seal in the axle housing is usually the one that starts leaking. When you slide the axle shaft back in, do not let the weight of the shaft sit on the new seal, or you can damage it.
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