Seal Replacement Recommendations

Lip seals on the steering gear at the pinion shaft and on the pump drive shaft require special treatment. When a leak occurs in these areas, always replace the seal after inspecting and thoroughly cleaning the sealing surface. Replace the shaft only if severe pitting is found. If corrosion in the lip seal contact area is slight, clean the surface of the shaft with crocus cloth. Replace the shaft only if the leakage cannot be stopped by smoothing with crocus cloth first.