2005 GMC Canyon, 319XXX miles, 4WD/Offroad Package,
Background:
Rear End has started making a ping on takeoff (moderate to hard acceleration). Saw a small puddle when leaving for work recently, investigated, and found it was rear end oil/grease. Checked the rear end and found the pinion seal appeared to be leaking fluid and said fluid was slung everywhere underneath.
Questions:
Would a clogged vent cause this?
If not, are there any other items that would commonly be overhauled while replacing the pinion seal? (Fluid change, bearings, etc.)
Background:
Rear End has started making a ping on takeoff (moderate to hard acceleration). Saw a small puddle when leaving for work recently, investigated, and found it was rear end oil/grease. Checked the rear end and found the pinion seal appeared to be leaking fluid and said fluid was slung everywhere underneath.
Questions:
Would a clogged vent cause this?
If not, are there any other items that would commonly be overhauled while replacing the pinion seal? (Fluid change, bearings, etc.)