Front Drive Axle

Front Axle Lubricant Replacement

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Ensure that the vehicle is level.
3. Remove the engine protection shield (EPS), if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Remove the drain plug.
5. Drain axle fluid into a suitable container.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

6. Install the drain plug and tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb ft).
7. Remove the fill plug.
8. Fill the drive axle with the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations (Service Intervals).
9. Inspect the fluid level. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (Front Drive Axle).
10. Install the fill plug and tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb ft).
11. Install the EPS, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
12. Lower the vehicle.