Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

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 in.) 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 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf)