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Originally Posted by chuckster
How do I check the level and how do I fill? I did not replace the seals and I was aware of it being there from replacing axles on other vehicles. I have always been cautious about these seals and have never had a problem with one(knock on wood)!
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There are two "plugs" on the diff case. One on the bottom used for draining the diff fluid. The other on the side (driver's side) used to refill. ALWAYS remove the fill plug first. The reason is simple....if you remove the drain plug and somehow you can't get the fill plug off you're basically screwed. Drained the fluid but don't have a way to refill.
With that said, just drain the old fluid and pump new fluid into the diff fill plug opening until it just starts to leak out of the fill hole. Make sure the vehicle is level. I don't remember the exact amount but it was somewhere around 1.5 quarts.