Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.

CAUTION: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.





2. Remove the rear axle fill plug.





3. Remove the rear axle drain plug.
^ Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.
^ Inspect the drain plug for excessive metal particle accumulation. This accumulation is symptomatic of extreme wear.
^ Clean the drain plug.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the rear axle drain plug.
^ Tighten the rear axle drain plug to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Fill the rear axle with lubricant level to the filler plug hole.
3. Install the rear axle fill plug.
^ Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

4. Lower the vehicle.