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How much does Differential Gasket Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Differential Gasket Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2010 Ford F-150$334$70.84$262.78-26%$264.34
2012 GMC Yukon$417$212.25$204.38-14%$362.75
2008 Ford Escape$215$69.31$145.99-21%$176.81
2011 Cadillac CTS$242$96.41$145.99-18%$203.91
2013 BMW 335i$1015$66.09$948.93-32%$764.84

Differential Gasket Replacement Service

What is the Differential Gasket all about?

Your front differential is the component in your vehicle that converts power from the transmission to the horizontal axis. As is the case with most vehicle components, it requires lubrication, which in this case comes from differential oil. The front of the differential is sealed with either silicone or a gasket to contain the fluid inside, and is bolted in place. If the seal leaks and the fluid is low, you may experience grinding or whining noises from the front and the possibility of differential failure.

Keep in mind:

  • Front differential gasket seal replacement is included as part of regular maintenance if the fluid is being changed.
  • Contamination in the differential fluid comes from debris or metal shavings.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is put on jack stands then front and rear wheels are removed. A drain pan is placed under the front and rear differentials and they are drained of fluid.

  • The defective front differential gasket are replaced following the removal and installation process detailed in the respective service manual. The front differential is then filled.

  • The rear differential cover is then removed. The new gasket is installed and the differential is filled.

  • The tires are reinstalled and the jack stands are removed. The tires are torqued to correct specifications.

  • The vehicle is road tested to ensure proper operation of differentials.

Our recommendation:

The differential gasket is changed when the fluid is replaced. If the seal leaks between maintenance intervals and the fluid runs out, the differential could be damaged, and then your vehicle will be rendered useless. If you suspect or are aware that the differential gasket is leaking, have one of our expert mechanics check it out and replace it if necessary.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Differential Gasket?

  • Puddle of fluid under the motor compartment that looks like motor oil, but smells different
  • Grinding noise from the front when four wheel drive is engaged due to low fluid

How important is this service?

Unless you have a huge fluid leak, you can continue to drive your car for a while. However, like all fluid leaks, this needs to be fixed eventually, so you should have it addressed by one of our expert mechanics at your earliest convenience so that the problem won’t drag on indefinitely.


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Thomas

13 years of experience
227 reviews
Thomas
13 years of experience
Dodge B2500 V8-5.2L - Differential Gasket Replacement (Rear) - Fort Worth, Texas
Thomas is amazing, he's the opposite of going to a regular shop that overcharges and under delivers. His prices are totally fair, he's super professional, and he completely knows what he's doing.

Joey

13 years of experience
22 reviews
Joey
13 years of experience
Ford F-150 V8-5.0L - Differential Gasket Replacement (Rear) - Great Lakes, Illinois
Joey was super quick and knowledgeable. Perfect job on my truck. Would highly recommend him to anyone considering using YourMechanic.

Mazyar

20 years of experience
587 reviews
Mazyar
20 years of experience
BMW 330Ci L6-3.0L - Differential Gasket Replacement (Rear) - Duluth, Georgia
Mark is very professional, very thorough, and a highly skilled mechanic. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a serious professional.

Jerome

25 years of experience
415 reviews
Jerome
25 years of experience
Lincoln Aviator V8-4.6L - Differential Gasket Replacement (Front) - Pikesville, Maryland
Best mechanic that I have ever used in my 40 plus years owning cars,prompt,knowledgeable,friendly,takes the time to explain everything in detail so he leaves with you having the utmost confidence in his abilities and the job he performed,I highly recommend Jerome as your mechanic ,as I will only use him for my car care

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