Rear Axle Lubricant Fill and Check

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the correct location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The Manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The Manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHER WISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on the threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
2. Clean any dirt or foreign material from around rear axle housing drain plug (9).
3. Remove the rear axle housing drain plug (9).
4. Maintain axle lubricant level from flush with bottom of plug opening to no lower than 15 mm (9/16 inch) below plug opening.
5. Add or replace axle lubricant using SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant or equivalent.
6. If equipped with a limited slip differential add 118 ml (4 fl. oz.) of limited slip differential additive.
7. Install rear axle housing drain plug (9).

Tighten
Rear axle housing drain plug (9) to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).

8. Lower vehicle.