DIFFERENTIAL OIL REPLACEMENT

PROCEDURE

  1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL

    1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

    2. Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

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      Check that the oil level is within 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.197 in.) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.

      Note:

      Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.

      If the oil level is low, add differential oil to adjust the oil level.

      If the oil level is still low, check for oil leakage. If leakage is found, repair or replace the part necessary to stop the leakage.

    4. Install a new gasket and differential filler plug.

      Front differential carrier

      39 N*m

      400 kgf*cm

      29 ft.*lbf

      Rear differential carrier

      49 N*m

      500 kgf*cm

      36 ft.*lbf

  2. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL

    1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

    2. Remove the differential drain plug and gasket.

    3. Drain the oil.

    4. Install a new gasket and the differential drain plug.

      Front differential carrier

      65 N*m

      660 kgf*cm

      48 ft.*lbf

      Rear differential carrier

      49 N*m

      500 kgf*cm

      36 ft.*lbf

  3. ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL

    1. Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

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      Pour oil into the differential carrier assembly so that the oil level is within 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.197 in.) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.

      Note:

      Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.

      Front Differential Capacity

      Oil Type and Viscosity

      Specified Condition

      Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 or equivalent

      1.35 to 1.45 liters (1.43 to 1.53 US qts, 1.18 to 1.27 Imp. qts.)

      Rear Differential Capacity

      Oil Type and Viscosity

      Specified Condition

      Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 or equivalent

      2.65 to 2.75 liters (2.80 to 2.91 US qts, 2.33 to 2.42 Imp. qts.)

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

      Front differential carrier

      39 N*m

      400 kgf*cm

      29 ft.*lbf

      Rear differential carrier

      49 N*m

      500 kgf*cm

      36 ft.*lbf

    4. Drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.

      If necessary, add differential oil.