Lubricant Replacement - Front Drive Axle

Lubricant Replacement - Front Drive Axle
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the front differential carrier shield, if equipped.
3. Clean the area around the front axle fill plug and the drain plug.
4. Remove the fill plug.





5. Remove the drain plug.
6. Drain the fluid from the front differential carrier assembly.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Install the drain plug.
^ Tighten the drain plug to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).
2. Fill the differential carrier assembly with axle lubricant. Use the correct fluid. Refer to Capacities - Approximate Fluid.
3. Install the fill plug.
^ Tighten the fill plug to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).
4. Install the front differential carrier shield, if equipped.
5. Lower the vehicle.