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Differential Oil Replacement

  1. Remove the filler and drain plugs.
  2. Drain the differential oil into a container.
  3. Wipe the plugs clean.
  4. Install the drain plug and a new washer.
    1. Tightening torque 40-53 N.m {4.0-5.5 kg.m, 29-39 ft.lbf} 
    Fig 1: Replacing Differential Oil
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  5. Add the specified oil from the filler plug until the level reaches the brim of the plug hole.

    Specified oil 

    1. Type (API service GL-5) 
    2. Above -18°C {0°F}: SAE 90 
    3. Below -18°C {0°F}: SAE 80 
    4. Capacity (Approximate quantity): 1.00 L {1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp qt} 
  6. Install the filler plug.
    1. Tightening torque 40-53 N.m {4.0-5.5 kgf.m, 29-39 ft.lbf}