1st Gen R53 Cooper S Most liked posts in thread: Driver Diff seal leaking R53! 45k Miles...

  1. nkfry

    nkfry New Member
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    #2 nkfry, Jul 15, 2014
    It's an easy job, no need to fret.

    Take the wheel off, remove the 32mm axle nut, pop the ball joint and tie rod loose, then use a prybar or axle popper to pop the axle out of the case.

    Once the axle's out, pull the old seal, clean the surface and tap the new one in. Reassemble. Just remember to torque all fasteners.

    Shouldn't take longer than 2 hours as a driveway job.
     
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    #4 nkfry, Jul 15, 2014
    No CV grease is needed unless you tear the CV boot.

    You shouldn't need trans fluid either, just make sure the car's jacked up evenly in the front.
     
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    #3 spoolenturbo, Jul 15, 2014
    Nkfry -

    Thanks brotha just looked at the car again after reading. You're right doesn't seem hard.

    Should I buy more axle / CV grease when I re-install it?