For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the drain plug and gasket from the rear differential housing.
Installation Procedure
- Install the drain plug and gasket, then tighten to 35 N·m (26 lb ft)..
- Remove the fill plug and gasket from the rear differential housing.
- Fill the rear differential with the proper synthetic gear lubricant. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
- Inspect the gear oil level to ensure it is even with the bottom of the fill plug.
- Install the fill plug and gasket in the rear differential housing and tighten to 35 N·m (26 lb ft)..
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
