Rear Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle.
What to Use
To determine what kind of lubricant to use.
See also:
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate
the next engine oil change. To reset the system:
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
2. Press t ...
What to Use
WARNING:
Adding only plain water to the cooling system can
be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid
such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant
mixture will. The vehicle’s cool ...
Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer
reading, who performed the
service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided.
Any additional information from ...