Lubricant Level Inspection

Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle





1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Make sure the vehicle is level.
3. Inspect the rear axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
4. Clean the area around the rear axle fill plug.
5. Remove the rear axle fill plug.
6. Fabricate a dipstick from a pipe cleaner or similar item. Form the pipe cleaner into the shape of an "L".

Important: Ensure that the pipe cleaner is resting on the bottom threads of the fill hole.

7. Insert the pipe cleaner into the fill plug opening with the stem "L" is facing down.
8. Inspect the lubricant level. Specification The lubricant level should be between 0 - 10 mm (0 - 0.4 inch) below the fill plug opening.
9. If the fluid level is low, add lubricant until the level is even with the bottom edge of the fill plug opening. Use the proper fluid.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

10. Install the rear axle fill plug.
^ Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
11. Lower the vehicle.