Checking defferential lube
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 169
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From: Glen Aubrey NY
Re: Checking defferential lube (AV76)
I use an open end wrench on mine. It was either 5/8 or 11/16 . It`s just a
threaded plug, it`s easier to remove if spare tire carrier is out of the way but it can be done.
threaded plug, it`s easier to remove if spare tire carrier is out of the way but it can be done.
Safety Car
Joined: Mar 2000
Posts: 4,078
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From: Northeast South Dakota
Re: Checking defferential lube
You mean that the plug has a square hole in the middle right? You just use a 3/8" drive extension for your ratchet. Take a pic and clean all of the dirt and grime out of the hole before you put the extension in. That way the extension will go all the way to the bottom of the hole and not slip out so easily.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 2,340
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From: Moro IL
Re: Checking defferential lube (AV76)
I actually can get a socket on it. I'm trying to remember what it was but I believe that a 12point 19mm will work, not the easiest thing to check on the car that's for sure.
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Pat Kunz
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Pat Kunz
Drifting
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: Schaumburg IL
Re: Checking defferential lube (AV76)
Careful with the socket so it does not round off the edges. There is a specific socket for this job. It is a Craftsman that is a 1/2" drive, 5/8" in size and has 8 points so it forms a square no matter which way you put it on. Sure there are other brands, but that is the one I used.
To check level, have the rear level, take off the cap and the rear gear lube should just run out.
To check level, have the rear level, take off the cap and the rear gear lube should just run out.
