Front differential - drain and refill

FRONT DIFFERENTIAL

ADJUSTMENTS

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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL

ADJUSTMENTS

Front differential - drain and refill 

$% 54.15.02

Drain

1. Position vehicle on lift.
2. Position container to catch spillage.
3. Clean area surrounding drain and level plugs.

4. Remove drain plug and collect fluid.

Refill

1. Apply sealant, Part No. STC 50552 to drain 

plug, fit and tighten to 65 Nm (48 lbf.ft).

2. Remove filler/level plug.
3. Fill differential using recommended lubricant, 

until a thread of oil runs from filler/level plug. 
Allow time for lubricant to find common level. 
 

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 CAPACITIES, FLUIDS, 

LUBRICANTS AND SEALANTS, 
Lubrication.

4. Apply sealant, Part No. STC 50552 to filler/level 

plug, fit and tighten to 35 Nm (26 lbf.ft).

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