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Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

Inspection and Change

NOTE:
^ Hypoid gear oil must be used for differential.
^ It is highly recommended to use SAE 80W-90 viscosity.

1. Before oil change or inspection, be sure to stop engine and lift up vehicle horizontally.
2. Check oil level and existence of leakage. If leakage is found, correct its cause.





3. Drain old oil and pour proper amount of gear oil as specified (roughly up to level hole).





4. Torque drain plug (3) and level/filler plugs (2) to specification.
"A": Sealant 99000-31110
Tightening torque
Differential oil level/filler plug (a): 50 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 36.5 ft. lbs.)
Differential oil drain plug (b): 28 Nm (2.8 kgf-m, 20.5 ft. lbs.)
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W-85, 80W-90 or 90
Oil capacity 2.5 liters (5.314.4 US/Imp. pt.)