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Old Jun 13, 2006 | 01:53 PM
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When I make sharp turns at very slow speeds (1-7 mph), I hear a whining/grinding noise from the rear diff of my '99 FRC. The previous owner of my car said he put Redline differential fluid in there. I'm assuming it requires either the GM diff additive or friction modifier?

I remember reading something about this in the FAQs, but I can't seem to find that thread.
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Old Jun 13, 2006 | 02:03 PM
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Add a bottle of the GM differential additive and see if you problem goes away (my bet is it will).

HTH, and have a good one,
Mike
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I'll give that a try. Where on the differential case is the refill hole located?
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Looking at the rear diff cover, slightly above halfway up on the right side. Takes a decent sized hex (allen wrench type) drive and 20 lb-ft.

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Thanks a ton for your help!
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