Evil_keeps_me_young

now i thought I'd buy an American car to be a good citizen, and I kinda thought that it would be a P.O.S. and not even close to as reliable as my old toyota yaris. but i bought the jk anyway cause i like my wrangler. I know not to have such a high regard for American made cars, but dam can't American car makers take pride in what they do!!! now i have bigger tires 265/75-16 and I'm wondering if the stealership will hassle me about fixing the leaks... it's just disappointing, and car companies wonder why no one will buy their cars... i jut thought I'd rant a little...

top of the front diff...


and the power steering...

RN M OVR

Don't jump the gun. Not only is your JK still in it's break-in period, but I believe the "leak" atop the differential is excess coolant that spouted out; most likely when going over a bump or turning; it's natural and will always do that as long as you top off your coolant.

As for the steering: A part of me wants to say that is from the coolant too, but doubtful. However, your picture is not entirely clear. I wouldn't fear anything though. As long as you are turning fine, you are alright.

Check for any cracks or stretches or openings in the hoses around the steering. If there are none than don't freak out. As for the diff, I bet you it is just spouted coolant; the stuff can stain until you powerwash or degrease.

itasor

Degrease the diff and loosely put a piece of duct tape over there. After another 1,000 miles, take it off. If it's under the tape, it's the diff leaking. If not, it's something from above.

greenmachine07

not the exact technique i would use........but its better then mine...i was gonna say wrap a rag around it. and do the same thing