GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

DEFINITION: An occasional drop of lubricant leaking from the splined yoke is normal and requires no attention.

The slip yoke barrel is burred, nicked, corroded, or worn.

    • Replace the seal. Refer to Slip Joint Replacement
    • Smooth minor burrs by careful use of crocus cloth or fine stone honing.
    • Replace a badly burred slip yoke. Refer to Slip Joint Replacement .