RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (2000)
Fluid - Differential: Description and Operation
Rear Axle - 286RBI
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 80W-90 gear lubricant.
Trac-lok differential equipped 4X2 vehicles require the addition of 7 oz. of friction modifier to the axle lubricant. Trac-lok differential equipped 4X4
vehicles require the addition of 10 oz. of friction modifier to the axle lubricant. The 286 RBI axle lubricant capacity is 3.22 L (6.81 pts.) for 4X2
vehicles and 4.80 L (10.125 pts.) for 4X4 vehicles total, including the friction modifier if necessary.
CAUTION: If axle is submerged in water, lubricant must be replaced immediately to avoid possible premature axle failure.
