RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (2000)
Fluid - Differential: Description and Operation
Rear Axle - 248 and 267RBI
DESCRIPTION
A multipurpose, hypoid gear lubricant which conforms to the following specifications should be used. Mopar Hypoid Gear Lubricant conforms to all
of these specifications.
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The lubricant should have MIL-L-2105C and API GL 5 quality specifications.
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Lubricant is a thermally stable SAE 90W gear lubricant.
Trac-lok differentials require the addition of 0.18 L (6 oz.) of friction modifier to the axle lubricant. The 248 RBI axle lubricant capacity is 2.96 L
(6.25 pts.) total for 4X2 vehicles and 3.33 L (7.25 pts) for 4X4 vehicles, including the friction modifier if necessary.
Power-lok differentials require the addition of 0.24 L (8 oz.) of friction modifier to the axle lubricant. The 267 RBI axle lubricant capacity is 3.31 L
(7.0 pts.) total, including the friction modifier.
CAUTION: If axle is submerged in water, lubricant must be replaced immediately to avoid possible premature axle failure.
