How
to Check Lubricant
What to Use
Refer
to
the Maintenance Schedule
to
determine what kind of lubricant to
use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Front
Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
Refer
to
the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the
lubricant and when
to
change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in
the Index.
How
to Check Lubricant
If the level is below
the bottom of the filler
plug hole, you’ll need
to add some lubricant.
If
the differential is at
operating temperature
(warm), add enough
lubricant to raise the
level to the bottom of
the filler plug hole.
If the differential
is
cold, add enough lubricant to raise
the
level
to
1/2
inch
(12
mm) below the filler plug
hole.
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