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When to change rear diff fluid?

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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 09:40 AM
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Default When to change rear diff fluid?

Hey,
According to the users manual, it says I don't have to change the rear diff fluid. Is that correct? If its not, how many miles should I change it? What type (not brand) oil should I use (i.e. 75W-90). My truck's manual says I should change it every 35k miles, so a manual stating I don't have to change it just seems weird.

Thanks...
Old Nov 30, 2006 | 01:23 PM
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Default RE: When to change rear diff fluid?

i would think it should be done along with the tranny at every 30k, but im waiting for something to happen to the 02 so it just gives an excuse to put in gears and an LSD
Old Nov 30, 2006 | 02:38 PM
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Default RE: When to change rear diff fluid?

Yes, the differential, tranny, powersterring, and break fluid all need to be changed out between 30-40K, oh, don't forget those spark plugs and spark plug wires.
Old Nov 30, 2006 | 05:25 PM
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Default RE: When to change rear diff fluid?

Yeah 30k miles.

I have to change mine in about 3k miles..doh
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 08:49 AM
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Thanks... I don't think her's has been changed since she bought it, let alone before she bought it. Better to be safe then sorry. Thanks...
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