Fluid - Differential: Testing and Inspection

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution L4-2.0L DOHC TurboSECTION Testing and Inspection
REAR AXLE OIL (Change)
Before the changing the rear axle oil, check that there is no oil leakage from the rear axle housing.
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain out the oil.
3. Replace the packing for drain plug and tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 64 ± 4 Nm (47 ± 3 ft. lbs.)
4. Refill engine oil via the filler hole.
^ Specified gear oil: Hypoid gear oil MITSUBISHI Genuine Gear Oil Part No. 8149630 EX or equivalent
^ Quantity: 0.55 dm3 (0.58 quart)
5. Replace the gasket for drain plug and tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 49 ± 9 Nm (37 ± 6 ft. lbs.)

RENDER: 1.0x

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