i-370 4WD L5-3.7L (2007)
Fluid - Differential: Procedures
Rear Drive Axle
Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle (8.0/8.6 Inch Axle)
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Make sure the vehicle is level.
3. Inspect the rear axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
4. Clean the area around the rear axle fill plug.
5. Remove the rear axle fill plug.
6. Fabricate a dipstick from a pipe cleaner or similar item. Form the pipe cleaner into the shape of an "L".
Important: Ensure that the pipe cleaner is resting on the bottom threads of the fill hole.
7. Insert the pipe cleaner into the fill plug opening with the stem "L" is facing down.
8. Inspect the lubricant level.
The lubricant level should be between 0-10 mm (0-0.4 in) below the fill plug opening.
9. If the fluid level is low, add lubricant until the level is even with the bottom edge of the fill plug opening. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and
Lubricant Recommendations.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
10. Install the rear axle fill plug.
Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
11. Lower the vehicle.
Front Drive Axle
Lubricant Level Inspection - Front Drive Axle
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Ensure the vehicle is level.
3. Inspect the front axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
4. Remove the engine protection shield (EPS), if equipped.
5. Clean the area around the front axle fill plug.
6. Remove the front axle fill plug and the washer.
7. Fabricate a dipstick from a pipe cleaner or similar item. Form the pipe cleaner into an "L".
Important: Ensure that the pipe cleaner is resting on the bottom threads of the fill hole.
8. Insert the pipe cleaner into the fill plug opening with the stem "L" is facing down.
9. Remove the pipe cleaner and measure the distance from the bend in the pipe cleaner to the lubricant level.
The oil level should be between 0-8 mm (0-0.4 in) below the fill plug opening.
