Differential Fluid Fill
NOTE:
The differential is fluid fill for life.
NOTE:
The correct fill level is to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface or is hoisted in a level manner, in order to obtain the correct fill level.
NOTE:
Differential fluid must be equalized through out differential. It may take a couple of minutes for the fluid to equalize.
- Connect the scan tool to the vehicle.
- Navigate to the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) and activate "RDM service mode".
- Put the vehicle into 2WD mode.
- Start the engine and drive the vehicle at 72 km/h (45 mph) for 1-3 miles.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE
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- Position a drain pan under the differential fill plug (1).NOTE:
A small amount of fluid may drip out.
- Remove the differential fill plug (1). The fluid level should be at the bottom of the differential fill plug opening.CAUTION:
RDM fluid contains a special modifier package for the wet clutch. Use of any other fluid not meeting the manufacturer specifications will cause damage to the RDM.
NOTE:Do not add more the 170 ml (5.75 oz) of additional fluid.
- If the fluid level is low, use a suction gun or equivalent to fill the differential to the bottom of the differential fill plug opening with the specified fluid. Refer to CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the differential fill plug and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
