Rear Drive Axle

Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




2. Remove the rear axle fill plug.




3. Remove the rear axle drain plug.
4. Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.
5. Inspect the drain plug for excessive metal particle accumulation. This accumulation is symptomatic of extreme wear.
6. Clean the drain plug.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).




1. Install the rear axle drain plug.

Tighten the rear axle drain plug to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).

2. Fill the rear axle. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities (Maintenance) and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations (Maintenance).




3. Install the rear axle fill plug.

Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.