DIFFERENTIAL OIL ADJUSTMENT


  1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL


    1. Stop the vehicle on the level place.

    2. Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

    3. A01KF8SE50
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      *a 0 to 5 mm (0- to 0.20 in.)

      Check that the oil surface is within 5mm(0.20 in.) from the lowest position of the inner surface of the differential filler plug opening.

      Note


      • Excessively large or small amount of oil may cause troubles.

      • After replacing oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level.

      Tech Tips

      If necessary fill the rear differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.

      Oil grade
      Standard differential
      Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
      Limited slip differential
      Hypoid gear oil for limited slip differential API GL-5
      Recommended viscosity
      Above -18°C (0°F) SAE 90
      Below -18°C (0°F) SAE 80W or 80W-90
      Capacity
      EUROPE
      Dyna 100 1.70 liters (1.80 US qts, 1.50 Imp. qts)
      Dyna 150 3.45 liters (3.65 US qts, 3.04 Imp. qts)
      AUSTRALIA
      Dyna 100 2.30 liters (2.43 US qts, 2.02 Imp. qts)
      Dyna 150 3.45 liters (3.65 US qts, 3.04 Imp. qts)
      GENERAL EXPORT
      Single rear tires
      LY225 models 2.30 liters (2.43 US qts, 2.02 Imp. qts)
      LY235 models 3.20 liters (3.38 US qts, 2.82 Imp. qts)
      Double rear tires
      LY225 models 3.45 liters (3.65 US qts, 3.04 Imp. qts)
      LY235 models 1.70 liters (1.80 US qts, 1.50 Imp. qts)

    4. Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.

    5. Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }