Differential Oil Service

DIFFERENTIAL OIL
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT AND ADJUST DIFFERENTIAL OIL
a. Stop the vehicle on a level place.
b. Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.





c. Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 inch) of the lowest position of the inner surface of the differential filler plug opening.

NOTICE:
^ Excessively large or small amounts of oil may cause trouble.
^ After replacing oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level.

HINT: If necessary, fill the rear differential carrier with hypoid gear oil.

d. Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.
e. Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque: 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.)