GS 350 AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FSE) (2009)
Fluid - Differential: Adjustments
DIFFERENTIAL: DIFFERENTIAL OIL: ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL OIL (for 4WD)
(a) Stop the vehicle on a level place.
(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
(c) Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the lowest position of the inner surface of the differential filler plug opening.
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Excessively large or small amounts of oil may cause trouble.
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After replacing oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level.
HINT: If necessary, fill the front differential carrier with hypoid gear oil.
(d) Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.
(e) Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 Nm (400 kgf-cm, 29 ft-lbf)
2. INSPECT REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Stop the vehicle on a level place.
(b) Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
(c) Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the lowest position of the inner surface of the differential filler plug opening.
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Excessively large or small amounts of oil may cause trouble.
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After replacing oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level.