Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Repair Instructions

Rear Differential Oil Level Check

Precautions: Precautions for Diagnosing Trouble · Precautions for Driveline / Axle · General safety (00)

1)Hoist vehicle and check oil leakage.
If leakage exists, correct it.
2)Remove rear differential oil level / filler plug (1), check oil contamination, and that the oil is just below the rear differential oil level / filler plug hole (2).
If oil is excessively dirty or insufficient, replace or add specified oil up to plug hole.
3)Apply sealant to thread of rear differential oil level / filler plug, and then tighten it to specified torque.
“A”: Sealant 99000–31260 (SUZUKI Bond No.1217G)
Tightening torque
Rear differential oil level / filler plug (a): 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 lbf-ft)
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