The lip seals seal the rotating shafts. The lip seals require special treatment. This type of seal is used on the following components:
• | The steering gear |
• | The drive shaft of the pump |
Complete the following steps if there is a leak in one of the above areas:
Replace the shaft if you find very severe pitting.
If the corrosion in the lip seal contact zone is slight, clean the surface of the shaft with a crocus cloth.
Replace the shaft if the leakage does not stop after you clean the surface with a crocus cloth.