Does front differential fluid need to be changed?
How often do I need to replace the differential fluid? Most manufacturers recommend that the differential fluid be changed every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. It is a messy job, and should be done by a licensed mechanic.
What oil goes in a transfer case?
The fluid level and condition can be checked through the fill plug. In most vehicles, a transfer case is filled with a small amount of gear oil (usually SAE 75W-85, 80W-90 or 75W-140 grade).
Can I put gear oil in my transfer case?
Transfer cases may be filled with gear oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), or specialty lubricants. The fluid level and condition should also be inspected, as transfer case fluid may leak from the output shaft seals, input shaft seal, case gaskets, or fluid inspection and drain plug gaskets.
How often should I change differential oil?
Generally speaking, differential fluid should be changed anywhere from every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles. Your Chevrolet Owner’s manual should outline differential fluid changes in the recommended maintenance schedule.
When to fill the diff in a Land Cruiser?
Oil level should be checked after oil has stood overnight. This allows oil to settle and any aeration to dissipate. I think it means that the diff should be filled when cold. The rear looks easy to get at, but the front is going to need a couple of underbody plates removing by the looks of it.
What kind of oil is in a landcruiser 200 differential?
Refill the differential with 75W85 GL5-spec oil, until the oil flows from the fill hole. Capacity is around 4.2 litres. Replace the fill plug and tension to 49Nm. Clean the fill and drain plugs, including the magnet on the drain plug.
How often do you change the transfer case oil on a landcruiser?
The transfer case and front/rear differential oils in the LandCruiser 200 should be changed at 40,000km intervals. More frequently if you’re operating in severe conditions.
How do I change my front differential oil?
Clean the sealing surface around the drain plug hole with a rag. Install the drain plug and torque to 35 foot-pounds. Fill the housing with new gear oil. There is not enough room to insert the nozzle of a 1 quart lube bottle into the fill hole and transfer directly from the bottle.