Fluid - Differential: Adjustments

DIFFERENTIAL: DIFFERENTIAL OIL: ADJUSTMENT

1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL





(a) Stop the vehicle on a level place.

(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

(c) Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.

NOTICE:
* Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.
* After replacing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.

HINT
If necessary, fill the differential carrier assembly with differential gear oil.

Oil type and viscosity:

Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT APL 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent.

Capacity:

Front differential carrier assembly:

1.45 to 1.55 liters

(1.54 to 1.64 US qts, 1.28 to 1.36 lmp. qts)

Rear differential carrier assembly (for 2WD):

3.26 to 3.36 liters

(3.45 to 3.55 US qts, 2.87 to 2.95 lmp. qts)

Rear differential carrier assembly (for Pre, 4WD):

2.75 to 2.85 liters

(2.91 to 3.01 US qts, 2.42 to 2.50 lmp. qts)

(d) Check for oil leakage if the oil level is low.

(e) Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.

Front differential carrier assembly - Torque : 39 Nm (398 kgf-cm, 29 ft-lbf)

Rear differential carrier assembly - Torque : 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft-lbf)