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[bonjo]

I am trying to find out if the rear diff on my petrol GX (2002/03) is a top up only or I can drain & replace the oil? Been told some do & some don't,

anyone knows?

I have looked at some downloads I have from toyota EU but they all mention toyota USA in the docs so I am not sure!

thanks

[furtula]

If it has oil in it, and there's a drain plug, i would replace it,  every oil degrades over time, and this is no different.

 

[gjnorthall]

Drain and refill every 20000miles - the diff holds just under 1 litre. Use 80W90 transmission oil to GL5 specification. As with all gearboxes, differentials etc - ensure that you can remove the filler plug before removing the drain plug.

[bonjo]

I plan to drain & refill if the rear axle has a drain plug.

gjnor, from your comment it looks like this is the case

thank you for your feedback