Toyota Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

DIFFERENTIAL OIL 

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 

1. CHECK DIFFERENTIAL OIL

(a)

Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
(c)

Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) from the bottom lip of the differential filler plug hole.

NOTICE: 
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After changing the oil seal, drive the vehicle and then check the oil level again.

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Too much or too little oil will lead to differential problems.

HINT:  If necessary, fill the differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.

Recommended viscosity

Oil grade

Front differential oil capacity

Rear differential oil capacity