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Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (9.5 LD Inch Axle)



Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (9.5 LD Inch Axle)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the drain plug.
3. Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.




4. Remove the fill plug.



Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

1. Install the drain plug.

Tighten the drain plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).


Important: Add the limited slip axle lubricant additive to the axle before filling the axle with axle lubricant.


2. Fill the axle with limited slip axle lubricant additive and lubricant.

* Use the proper fluid, refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants (Rear Drive Axle) .
* For the proper capacity, refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .





3. Install the fill plug.

Tighten the fill plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.