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Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 8:31 am
by White Mule
Well this fluid change is next on the list, and last I believe.

The manual says l300 use API classification GL-5 or higher SAE viscosity no.90, 80w.

Im pretty sure I have limited slip, as the orange sticker is present at the driver door.

I would like to use synthetic.

What fluid is recommended by the forum?

Re: Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 10:07 am
by Rising Sun Auto Import

Re: Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 10:33 am
by jessef
Your LSD diff will love you for this.

Use Redline 75w90 GL5 synthetic. It's about $10-12/bottle.

This stuff is amazing. There is a noticeable difference in wear/gear howl between this (quietest) and shell/pennzoil/lucas oil,etc.

http://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=133&pcid=4

Re: Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 11:26 am
by White Mule
Good stuff!

Yes I have located all products mentioned. I will locate capacities next (wiki) and purchase the correct amount.

While I'm down there, I thought of extending the breather valves as well. You never know, a snorkel may present itself one day. (come on karma!)

Re: Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 3:23 pm
by White Mule
Front 1.1 litres

Rear 1.8 litres

Re: Differential Fluid Change

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2011 3:46 pm
by jessef
Mine's not cheap :-D :shock:
Engine = 12.5L
Front Diff = 5.4L
Rear Diff = 3.0L