Sidekick JS 2D 2WD L4-1.6L (1998)
Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
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When having driven through water, check immediately if water has entered (if so, oil is cloudy). Water mixed oil must be changed at once.
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Whenever vehicle is hoisted for any other service work than oil change, also be sure to check for oil leakage and status of breather hoses.
CHANGING OIL
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Hypoid gear oil must be used for differential.
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It is highly recommended to use SAE 80W-90 viscosity.
1. Before oil change or inspection, be sure to stop engine and lift up vehicle horizontally.
2. Check oil level and existence of leakage. If leakage is found, correct its cause.
3. Drain old oil and pour proper amount of gear oil as specified (roughly up to level hole).
4. Torque drain and level/filler plugs to specification.
Sealant: 99000-31110
Tightening Torque
(a): 43 Nm (4.3 kg-m, 31.5 ft. lbs.)
(b): 22 Nm (2.2 kg-m, 16.0 ft. lbs.)
Specified gear oil: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 SAE 75W-85, 80W-90 or 90
For oil viscosity, refer to the chart.
Oil capacity: 2.2 liters (4.6/3.9 US/Imp. pt.)
