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Old 06-16-2008 | 07:35 PM
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do I need to refill the rear differential?
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 07:36 PM
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Right about 4 qts. Just a bit under and it starts coming out the fill hole.
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 07:39 PM
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Thanks. That is my project for tomorrow after work.[8D]
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 08:45 PM
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Just did mine again on Saturday. Remember, the cover bolts go to 30 ft/lbs and the fill plug is 24 ft/lbs.
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 08:49 PM
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Is it common for the gasket to fail at some point in time. My front cover seems to have developed a small leak, had to top it off alittle the other day.

 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 08:51 PM
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It shouldnt. May just need to pull the cover, clean the surfaces and put it back together.
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 08:52 PM
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I mean, yes, eventually it will need to be replaced, but not on an 2006 yet.
 
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Old 06-16-2008 | 09:54 PM
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I can use the black RTV for the gasket right?
 
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Old 06-17-2008 | 06:42 AM
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You dont use RTV on the 3rd gen axles. They have reusable gaskets.
 
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Old 06-17-2008 | 12:25 PM
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04QC4X4
Did mine just this weekend. Used Amsoil Synthetic Gear Lube. There is a small indicator on the Diff cover pan showing the fluid level line. The Gasket is reusable but I got a new one (OEM). Needed 3 Quarts at the most. Takes about 1/2 hr to do. You don't need to do this often just check the Level once in awhile. Mine was very clear and clean. The plug has a magnet on it so just check for metal build up. Otherwise don't worry about.[sm=icon_cheers.gif]
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