Inspection Procedure 8

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 8: Differential gear oil Leakage [DIFFERENTIAL]

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the cover installation.

Q. Is the cover installed correctly?

YES Go to Step 2.
NO Repair. Then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check the oil seal for wear or damage.

Q. Is the oil seal worn or damaged?

YES Replace the seal. Then go to Step 4.
NO Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the differential gear oil level.

Remove the filler plug and check the differential gear oil level.

Q. Is the differential gear oil level normal?

YES Go to Step 4.
NO Refill Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher, SAE80. Then go to Step 4 .
STEP 4. Retest the system.

Q. Is there oil leakage?

YES Start over at Step 1.
NO The procedure is complete.