GMC V1500 Suburban Axle Shaft Seal Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(3,013)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(3,013)

Axle Shaft Seal Replacement Service

How much does a Axle Shaft Seal Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a GMC V1500 Suburban Axle Shaft Seal Replacement is $195 with $24 for parts and $171 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-5.7LService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$257.66Shop/Dealer Price$288.33 - $339.85
1991 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$233.66Shop/Dealer Price$267.37 - $327.90
1987 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-5.7LService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$218.66Shop/Dealer Price$248.61 - $297.90
1988 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$233.66Shop/Dealer Price$267.32 - $327.83
1990 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$221.66Shop/Dealer Price$252.39 - $303.95
1988 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-5.7LService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$233.66Shop/Dealer Price$267.36 - $327.90
1989 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$227.66Shop/Dealer Price$257.37 - $306.47
1987 GMC V1500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeAxle Shaft Seal - Rear ReplacementEstimate$227.66Shop/Dealer Price$258.04 - $307.64
Show example GMC V1500 Suburban Axle Shaft Seal Replacement prices

What is the Axle Shaft Seal all about?

The front axle shaft seal is what prevents the fluid in your differential from leaking out around the axle. The differential delivers engine power from your transmission to the wheels, and allows your wheels to move. Accordingly, it needs to be lubricated, as does your axle. The front axle shaft seal mounts into the axle shaft tube or the differential case depending on design, and prevents the internal fluid from leaking out. If the front axle shaft seal becomes compromised, transmission fluid will leak and possibly damage the transmission or differential.

Keep in mind:

  • It is important to fix an axle shaft seal as soon as possible as the fluid can damage brake components.
  • Fluid leaks can cause problems not just with the adjacent component – they can compound and affect other components in your car.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is put on jack stands and the four tires are removed. The front and rear brake calipers and brackets are removed to access the axle.

  • The front axle is removed to access the defective front axle seal. The seal is removed and replaced with a new seal.

  • The rear axle is removed to access the defective rear axle seal. The seal is removed and replaced with a new seal and a new differential gasket. The axles are then refilled.

  • The tires are reinstalled and the vehicle is removed from jack stands. Brakes are pumped up and set for operation.

  • The vehicle is road tested to ensure proper operation of all the components that have been worked on.

Our recommendation:

The front axle shaft seal does not require maintenance, though it can fail unexpectedly. If there is a problem with your front axle shaft seal or any other part of your drive train, have it diagnosed and corrected by one of our expert mechanics.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Axle Shaft Seal?

  • Fluid leaks noticed near the front wheels
  • The transmission or differential fluid is low

How important is this service?

You should never neglect any type of fluid leak. If the front axle shaft seal is compromised, you could end up leaking transmission fluid, and at some point your transmission will seize up. You’ll incur costly repairs or have to replace the transmission entirely. A small leak can be monitored closely and managed, but if you’re losing a lot of fluid, get the front axle shaft seal replaced as soon as possible.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert GMC mechanics

Real customer reviews from GMC owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(3,013)

Rating Summary
2,853
79
21
10
50
2,853
79
21
10
50

Nolan

30 years of experience
225 reviews
Nolan
30 years of experience
GMC V1500 Suburban V8-5.7L - Power Steering Pump - Tucson, Arizona
Did a great clean up job from previous mechanic sent out. Thank you Nolan. Works great

Richard

20 years of experience
126 reviews
Richard
20 years of experience
GMC V1500 Suburban V8-5.7L - Car is shaking or vibrating - Haltom City, Texas
Very professional seem honest.

William

17 years of experience
95 reviews
William
17 years of experience
GMC Sierra 1500 V8-5.3L - Axle Shaft Seal Replacement (Front) - Denver, Colorado
It's always great with Will.

Patrick

33 years of experience
1449 reviews
Patrick
33 years of experience
GMC C1500 V8-5.0L - Car is making a noise - Austin, Texas
Although he could not fix the problem, he explained what was happening in my transmission and several alternative to repair or replace it. When other issues occur, I will be calling Patrick again.

Excellent Rating

(3,013)

Rating Summary
2,853
79
21
10
50
2,853
79
21
10
50
Number of GMC services completed
33143+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT GMC MECHANICS
900+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Top 10 PZEV Cars for Eco-Friendly Drivers
Teddy Leung / Shutterstock.com The whole idea of a PZEV (that is, a partial zero-emissions vehicle), seems paradoxical. You’d think it’d have to either be zero-emissions or not in the category at all. But as contradictory as...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Lexus GX 460
It It may be hard to believe, but luxury and adventure can go hand in hand – especially with the 2012 Lexus GX 460. From its luxurious interior with a variety of features to its high-quality build, off-road prowess and...
How Much Does a Mechanic Make in Oregon?
Automotive technician jobs in Oregon have an average salary of $37k, with some mechanics earning as much as $45k.

Tries to run but won't get over 400 rpm before dying.

Hi there. Check for the three essentials that the engine needs to run, fuel, spark, and air. If you are having fuel and the pressure is 30 psi or higher, then check for spark on the spark plugs and wires....

Is the wheel bearing and rotor made all together? How do I get the rotor off?

Hello, thank you for writing in. False, the rotor and the wheel bearing are two separate components. The rotor just becomes incredibly hot and dirty fusing it into place. If you have a lot of dust, snow, or rain in...

2016 Audi A3 1.8T loses accelerating power around 40mph, and upon acceleration, it jerks/sputters and slows down instead.

Hi there. With less than 20,000 miles, having acceleration issues on an Audi A3 is definitely not typical. It is likely that you have either an electrical glitch, caused by a fuel or ignition system sensor or electrical connection to...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com