Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 69

B R LUBRICATION AID MAINTENANCE 0 - 33
DIFFERENTIAL
C O V E R
FILL PLUG
MODEL
N U M B E R
J9202-97
DIFFERENTIAL
COVER
IDENTIFICATION
TAG
PUSH-I
FILL PLUG
Fig. 8 Model 60 Differential Cower
REAR AXLE
The rear axle does not require periodic mainte­
nance. Inspect the axle for oil leaks or damage and
proper oil level when other under vehicle service is
performed. Oil leaks should be repaired before re­
turning vehicle to service. If the oil appears milky or
foamy it is probably water contaminated. If contami­
nation is evident, change the axle lubricant. Refer to
Group 3, Rear Suspension and Axle for proper service
procedures.
LUBRICANT LEVEL
9-1/4 Inch Axle—approximately 15 mm (0.625 in.)
below the bottom of the fill hole in the differential
cover (Fig. 9).
Dana 60, 70 or 80—approximately 17 mm (0.75
in.) below the bottom of the fill hole in the differen­
tial cover (Fig. 10).
The vehicle must be positioned on a level surface
before inspecting oil level.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION
Use API/GL-5 SAE 80w-90, Mopar Multipurpose
Gear Lubricant or equivalent to fill the rear axle.
FRONT AXLE U-J0INT AND PIVOT BEARINGS
B R 3500 WITH DANA m FRONT AXLE
Lubricate Universal Joints if equipped, at the in­
tervals described in the Maintenance Schedules sec­
tion of this Group. Refer to Group 2, Front
Suspension and Axles and Group 16, Propeller Shafts
for proper service procedures.
J9203-32
Fig. 9 Differential Cover—9 1/4 Axle
DIFFERENTIAL
COVER
FILL PLUG
IDENTIFICATION
TAG
J9403-54
Fig. 10 Model 70 and 80 Differential Cover
Do not use high pressure to lubricate the
front axle universal joints.
B R 1500 AND 2500 FRONT AXLE
The front axle universal joint and pivot bearings
are permanently lubricated and do not require ser­
vice.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION
Use Mopar, Multi-purpose Grease or any lubricate
that is identified as NLGI GC-LB lubricant.