Front Axle Lubricant Replacement

Front Axle Lubricant Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.




3. Remove the fill plug.




4. Remove the drain plug and the washer.
5. Drain the fluid from the differential carrier assembly.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the drain plug and the washer.

Tighten the drain plug to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

2. Fill the differential carrier assembly with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.




3. Install the fill plug.

Tighten the fill plug to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

4. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
5. Lower the vehicle.