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Maintenance and service
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Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission)
J Checking the oil level
WARNING
Never let gear oil contact your eyes because gear oil can be
harmful to your eyes. If gear oil gets in your eyes, immediately
flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety, when perform-
ing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable.
Check the differential oil level monthly.
OM-H0210OM-H0209
Front of vehicle
Dipstick
Drain plug
Upper level
Lower level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again.
3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it. If it is below
the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level.
J Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use dif-
ferent brands together.
Oil grade: API classification GL-5
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