DIFFERENTIAL OIL ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL


    1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

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      Using a 10 mm socket hexagon wrench, remove the rear differential filler plug and gasket.

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      *a 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.196 in.)

      Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.196 in.) from the bottom lip of the differential filler plug hole.

      Note


      • After changing the oil seal, drive the vehicle and then check the oil level again.

      • Too much or too little oil will lead to differential problems.

      If there is not enough oil, inspect for oil leaks and fill the differential carrier assembly with Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 or equivalent.

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      Using a 10 mm socket hexagon wrench, install a new gasket and the rear differential filler plug.

      Torque:
      39 N*m  { 398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf }