For 1990-2009 cars only
Inspection Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Clean any dirt from around the differential fill plug (1).
- Remove the fill plug (1) from the differential.
- Check the differential fluid level, it should be even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 6 mm (0.25 in) below the opening.
- Add new fluid if necessary. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
- Install the differential fill plug (1) to the differential and tighten to 39 N·m (29 lb ft).
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
