Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair
DIFFERENTIAL OILADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL
a. Stop the vehicle on a level place.
b. Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
c. Check that the oil level is within 5mm (0 to 0.20 inch) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.
NOTICE:
- Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.
- After replacing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.
HINT: If necessary, fill the rear differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.
Oil grade: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended viscosity:
Above -18°C (0°F) SAE 90
Below -18°C (0°F) SAE 80W or 80W-90 Capacity:
Differential carrier assembly front: 1.45 to 1.55 liters (1.54 to 1.64 US qts, 1.28 to 1.36 Imp. qts)
Rear differential carrier assembly:
2WD: 3.26 to 3.36 liters (3.45 to 3.55 US qts, 2.87 to 2.95 Imp. qts)
4WD: 2.75 to 2.85 liters (2.91 to 3.01 US qts, 2.42 to 2.50 Imp. qts)
d. Check for oil leakage if the oil level is low.
e. Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque: Front differential carrier assembly 39 Nm (398 kgf-cm, 29 ft. lbs.)
Rear differential carrier assembly 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.)