Title: Change the drive axle(s) oil and filter/screen, if applicable.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology I (20107-I) > Section: Preventive Maintenance and Inspection: Servicing the Drive Train

Changing should include

- following manufacturer guidelines
- adhering to the maintenance schedule
- removing the filter, cutting it open, and performing a visual inspection
- submitting the scheduled oil sample to a lab.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What should be done when the oil is being drained from a rear differential and a large amount of steel particles are found on the magnetic drain plug?
- What should be done when draining oil from a rear differential and a large piece of ring gear is found?
- When the decision is made to drain the housing and fix the broken ring gear, should all components in the axle housing be removed and the housing thoroughly cleaned? Why?