Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2008FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESFRONT DIFFERENTIAL
2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)
Front Differential
2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION Front Differential
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
^ Make sure that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.
^ Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION: Never start engine while checking oil level.
^ Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly.
CAUTION: Never reuse gasket.
^ Make sure that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.
^ Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION: Never start engine while checking oil level.
^ Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly.
CAUTION: Never reuse gasket.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.