A rear differential service drains the rear differential housing and replaces it with new oil to help the gears turn more smoothly. You usually see them between the two axles going to the left and right of the rear wheels. The differential is what allows the tires to slow down or speed up separately so that one does not drag.
Rear differential service is necessary to ensure that the lubricating fluid in the differential does not break down. Replacing the fluid can help prevent ware on the gears.
Repair Rear Differential Parts
To service the rear differential on a 2005 Buick Rendezvous, start by lifting the vehicle and securely supporting it on jack stands. Remove the rear differential cover to drain the old fluid, and clean the mating surfaces thoroughly. Replace the seal or gasket, then refill the differential with the appropriate type and amount of gear oil as specified in the owner’s manual. Finally, reattach the cover, ensuring all bolts are tightened to the specified torque.
All Ford Rangers have a rear differential , and if they are 4X4 equipped , a front differential also
To remove the rear differential from a Jaguar XJS, begin by safely elevating the vehicle and supporting it securely on jack stands. Disconnect the driveshaft by unbolting it from the differential and then remove the rear suspension components, including the trailing arms and any necessary brackets that connect to the differential. Finally, unbolt the differential from the subframe and carefully lower it out of the vehicle. Always refer to the specific service manual for detailed instructions and safety precautions.
The rear differential pertains to a motor vehicle and means the differential that is situated in the final drive of the transmission assembly, found in rear-wheel drive vehicles.
Whatever spec fluid is called for in the owner's or factory service manual. Synthetics are best.
Differential, with 10.25 ring gear Rear..........7.4 pints Differential, with 8.8 or 9 ring gear Rear..........5.5 pints Differential, Dana 70 HD Rear..........7.4 pints Differential, Dana 60, 61 Rear..........5.9 pints Differential, Dana 70 EX HD Rear..........6.5 pints Differential, Dana 80 Rear..........8.4 pints This link should help if you Identify which you have if you don't already know. http://www.drivetrain.com/rearend.html Hope This Helps.
The rear differential plug is located on the inside top part of the differential. Where the drive shaft connects.
If there is not a drain plug on the bottom of the differential then you will have to remove the cover. Be sure that you service it with the proper fluid and positraction additive if it is a positraction differential.
How do you change the differential (rear) in 2005 Honda CRV
rear, most have rear differential