Inspection Procedure 8: Oil Leakage [Differential]

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 8: Oil Leakage [DIFFERENTIAL]

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the cover installation.
Q: Is the cover installed correctly?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Repair. Then go to Step 4.

STEP 2. Check the oil seal for wear or damage.
Q: Is the oil seal worn or damaged?
YES: Replace the seal. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the oil level.





Remove the filler plug and check the gear oil level.
Q: Is the gear oil level more than 6 mm (0.2 inch) below the bottom of the filler plug hole?
YES: Refill the specified lubricant.
Differential mechanism part: MITSUBISHI Genuine DIA QUEEN LSD gear oil
Torque transfer mechanism part: DIAMOND ATF SP III
Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Is there oil leakage?
YES: Start over at Step 1.
NO: The procedure is complete.