various oil questions
#1
various oil questions
decided to check the diff and trans oil levels/conditions today.
The rear was a pale brown/tan color, when i removed the plug some oil came out, how is it possible to overfill the diff?...i assume the correct oil level is up to the level of the fill plug?
The front was in much better condition, though i will change it anyway, but also seemed overfull...normal?
Didn't have the correct size allen wrench for the transmission fill plug, anyone know what size i need to go and buy?
Which type of oil do i need for the diffs and the trans
Does the transfer case have a fill/drain plug?....didn't see one
Thanks
The rear was a pale brown/tan color, when i removed the plug some oil came out, how is it possible to overfill the diff?...i assume the correct oil level is up to the level of the fill plug?
The front was in much better condition, though i will change it anyway, but also seemed overfull...normal?
Didn't have the correct size allen wrench for the transmission fill plug, anyone know what size i need to go and buy?
Which type of oil do i need for the diffs and the trans
Does the transfer case have a fill/drain plug?....didn't see one
Thanks
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Pale brown/tan color gear oil might indicate water in the oil, especially of it seems overfull. Not uncommon if you do water crossings. Check that the breather tubes are secure.
I think the tranny takes an 8mm, but I can't remember for sure. It's metric anyway.
I used Valvoline Max Life dex atf, it has not blown up on me yet.
You can use 80w140 gear oil for the transfer case and diffs.
There are 2 plugs on the transfer case, drain plug underneath and fill plug at the rear hidden behind the e-brake drum and cable.
I think the tranny takes an 8mm, but I can't remember for sure. It's metric anyway.
I used Valvoline Max Life dex atf, it has not blown up on me yet.
You can use 80w140 gear oil for the transfer case and diffs.
There are 2 plugs on the transfer case, drain plug underneath and fill plug at the rear hidden behind the e-brake drum and cable.
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75w90 is standard, or go with 80w90 or 85w140 or whatever, it's not going to make a helluva difference. The transfer case will be quieter with the thicker stuff.