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Article title: Rear differential oil change.
Article description:
Category: Engine/Drivetrain
Date added: Sep 23 2006, 12:01 PM
Article starter: krh2
Article description:
Category: Engine/Drivetrain
Date added: Sep 23 2006, 12:01 PM
Article starter: krh2
Rear differential oil change.
Using a 3/8” ratchet remove top plug on differential cover. (remove top first to be sure you can get it out to facilitate refilling after you drain it)
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Remove lower plug and drain. The lower plug has a magnet on it to grab loose metal particles that may accumulate in the differential oil.
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Lower plug with “stuff” on it.
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Stuff
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Plugs. Use a thread sealer to ensure no leaks after you install the plugs. I used Permatex Thread sealant with TEFLON.
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Torque plugs to 25 ft-lbs.
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Fill with 75w-140 Synthetic oil ONLY
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You are done. Total time for me 15 minutes.