Title: Check and adjust differential housing fluid level.
Course: Automotive Technology I (MLR 2-Year Program) (20104-I) > Section: MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Differential and Drive Axles

Procedures should include

- using fluid type per manufacturer specification
- removing the inspection cover
- draining the fluid
- cleaning and inspecting the internal components
- reinstalling the cover, using a new gasket
- refilling with the specified fluid to the correct level.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are possible causes for worn parts in a differential assembly?
- What should be inspected during fluid replacement?
- Why and when should the fluid be changed?