On the Jaguar X300, the differential oil filler plug is typically located on the rear differential housing. It is usually positioned on the upper part of the differential cover, making it accessible for maintenance. To ensure proper identification, refer to the vehicle’s owner manual or service guide, as the exact location can vary slightly based on the model year or specific variant.
Only the filler plug. You have to remove the cover to drain the oil.
There is an upper filler plug and a bottom drain plug in each differential. R&I (Removal and Installation) the filler plug first then the drain plug until the differential completely empties out. Then reinstall the bottom drain plug and add 90W gear oil which usually comes in a squirt bottle so you can add it into the upper filler plug. You should fill it up until the level is right at the bottom of the threads of the filler hole.
Thereis a tag on the filler plug for the differential. On my 2001 300M the tag ready 80 to90 wt hypoid gear oil only.
Plug on the side of the differential. Location varies depending on the differential but should be easy to spot. If changing oil, you need to remove rear cover to drain (no drain plug), clean, seal and refill until oil begins to come out of the filler hole.
Changing differential fluid is no different from changing engine oil. You just have to make sure that you find the correct drain plug on the bottom and the correct filler tube on top. --Ken On some differentials you have to remove the cover plate to drain.
NOTE: Check the transmission oil with the engine OFF the car on level ground.# Remove the oil filler plug, then check the level and condition of the oil. # The oil level must be up to the filler hole. If it is below the hole, add oil until it runs out, then reinstall the oil filler plug. # If the transmission oil is dirty, remove the drain plug and drain the oil. # Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and refill the transmission oil to the proper level. NOTE: The drain plug washer should be replaced at every oil change.
To change the rear differential oil on a Yamaha Grizzly 660, first ensure the ATV is on a level surface and secure it with a block. Remove the drain plug from the rear differential and allow the old oil to completely drain out. Replace the drain plug, then remove the fill plug and use a funnel to add the recommended differential oil until it reaches the fill hole. Finally, replace the fill plug and check for any leaks.
To add differential oil to a Kodiak 450, locate the differential fill plug, which is typically found on the rear differential housing. Remove the fill plug using the appropriate tool and use a funnel to pour in the recommended differential oil until it reaches the fill hole. Ensure the oil level is correct by checking that it slightly overflows when you insert your finger into the hole. Finally, replace the fill plug securely to prevent leaks.
I have a Yamaha 350 big bear, and differential drain plug is on the bottom of the differential. Just remove the plug and let it drain, put the plug back in and fill it back up... i use just regular gear oil
Just fill it up until the oil starts to flow out the filler hole then put the plug back in and your good to go. Be sure to use the right oil as the Posi / limited slip is different and is usually has a tag identifying it on one of the bolts on the cover.
there should be a dip stick on the bottom of your filler plug.
Automatic trans drain plug is on left side of pan(for atf). differential oil drain plug is directly below differential. Manual transmission has only one plug(below differential in center of trans)