Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

Perform the following steps to check the lubricant level:





1. Raise the vehicle and suitably support. Refer to Vehicle Lift Points.
2. Ensure the vehicle is level.
3. Clean the area around the rear axle housing filler plug.
4. Remove the rear axle housing filler plug (1) from the passenger side of the rear axle differential.
5. The lubricant level is to be maintained at the bottom edge of the filler plug hole WHEN COLD.
6. Install the rear axle housing filler plug (1) into the rear axle differential.
^ Tighten the rear axle housing filler plug (1) to 22 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

7. Lower the vehicle.