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Fluid - Differential: Testing and Inspection

GEAR OIL LEVEL CHECK





1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Check that gear oil level is not 8 mm (0.3 inch) below the bottom of filler plug hole.
Specified gear oil: Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher
Above -23°C (-10°F): SAE 90, 85W-90, 80W-90
From -34 to -23°C (-30 to -10°F): SAE 80W, 80W-90
Below -34°C (-30°F): SAE 75W
3. Tighten the filler plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 49 ± 9 Nm (37 ± 6 ft. lbs.)