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Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the plugs.
2. Drain the oil into a container.
3. Wipe the plugs clean.
4. Install the drain plug and a new washer.

Tightening torque
40-53 Nm (4.0-5.5 kgf-m, 29-39 ft. lbs.)


5. Add the specified oil from filler plug until the level reaches the brim of the plug hole.

Specified oil
Type
Above -18°C (0°F): GL-5, SAE 90
Below -18°C (0°F): GL-5, SAE 80
Capacity
1.5 L (1.6 US quart, 1.3 Imp quart)






6. Face the tapered side of a new washer as shown, then install the filler plug.

Tightening torque
40-53 Nm (4.0-5.5 kgf-m, 29-39 ft. lbs.)