Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.





2. Remove the rear axle fill plug.





3. Remove the rear axle drain plug.
4. 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

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the rear axle drain plug.
^ Tighten the rear axle drain plug to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
2. Fill the rear axle with lubricant level to the filler plug hole. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.
3. Install the rear axle fill plug.
^ Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
4. Lower the vehicle.