Fluid - Differential: Testing and Inspection

DIFFERENTIAL: DIFFERENTIAL OIL: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK DIFFERENTIAL OIL

(a) Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

(c) Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) from the bottom lip of the differential filler plug hole.

NOTICE:
* After changing the oil seal, drive the vehicle and then check the oil level again.
* Too much or too little oil will lead to differential problems.

HINT
If necessary, fill the differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.

Differential oil type and viscosity:

Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 API GL-5 SAE 75W-85 or equivalent

Differential Oil Capacity:

(d) Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.

(e) Install the differential filler plug with a new gasket.

Front differential - Torque : 39 Nm (400 kgf-cm, 29 ft-lbf)

Rear differential - Torque : 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft-lbf)