hi i was checking the oil in my front diff (97 cherokee limited tubro diesel 2.5) when i took out the oil nut it had some gunk on the inside of the nut. on closer inspection it was like copper grease only silver? anyone know what causes this? i know metal flakes in oil is bad. could this be just wear or is it bad news? the jeep runs smooth with no noise from the diff!
help. worried. thanks.

 

I changed my fluid today. Pulled the cover off and the plug had the same kind of stuff on it. Like a silver anti seize. Thick. I wiped it off. Just assumed it was a magnetic plug and was pulling any metal particles to it. Didn't think much of it. I'm sure its fine. And if not someone will let us know....

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cheers that sounds good!

 

that looks like little metal specs from wear and tear check it again in the next week or so if its the same might wanna pull the cover and inspect for issues

 

theres a magnet on the end so its just fine metal dust. not a problem.