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Front differential fluid leak.

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Eric J, Jun 10, 2016.

  1. Jun 10, 2016 at 12:56 PM
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    Hey guys my front differential just started leaking it's not bad at all. My mechanic is 20 miles away is it ok to drive it there? Or should I have it towed?
     
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  2. Jun 10, 2016 at 1:00 PM
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    drive there in 2wd it'll be fine, it won't have a big load on it

    1000 miles I would say maybe not
     
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  3. Jun 10, 2016 at 1:13 PM
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    In 2 wd the front differential still spins
     
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  4. Jun 10, 2016 at 1:46 PM
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    but it is not under load, big difference in heat
     
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