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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA20074 RUNNER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTDIFFERENTIAL OIL
2007 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Differential Oil
2007 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Differential Oil
DIFFERENTIAL OIL
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Stop the vehicle on a level place.
(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
(c) Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.
NOTICE:
^ Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.
^ After replacing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.
HINT: If necessary, fill the rear differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.
Oil grade: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended viscosity:
Above -18°C (0°F) SAE 90
Below -18°C (0°F) SAE 80W or 80W-90
Capacity:
Front differential carrier assembly: 1.35 to 1.45 liters (1.43 to 1.53 US qts, 1.19 to 1.27 Imp. qts)
Rear differential carrier assembly 3.00 to 3.10 liters (3.17 to 3.27 US qts, 2.64 to 2.72 Imp. qts)
(d) Check for oil leakage if the oil level is low.
(e) Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque:
Front differential carrier assembly 39 Nm (398 kgf/cm, 29 ft. lbs.)
Rear differential carrier assembly 49 Nm (500 kgf/cm, 36 ft. lbs.)
ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Stop the vehicle on a level place.
(b) Remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
(c) Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) of the bottom of the filler plug opening.
NOTICE:
^ Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause problems.
^ After replacing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.
HINT: If necessary, fill the rear differential carrier assembly with hypoid gear oil.
Oil grade: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended viscosity:
Above -18°C (0°F) SAE 90
Below -18°C (0°F) SAE 80W or 80W-90
Capacity:
Front differential carrier assembly: 1.35 to 1.45 liters (1.43 to 1.53 US qts, 1.19 to 1.27 Imp. qts)
Rear differential carrier assembly 3.00 to 3.10 liters (3.17 to 3.27 US qts, 2.64 to 2.72 Imp. qts)
(d) Check for oil leakage if the oil level is low.
(e) Install the differential filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque:
Front differential carrier assembly 39 Nm (398 kgf/cm, 29 ft. lbs.)
Rear differential carrier assembly 49 Nm (500 kgf/cm, 36 ft. lbs.)
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.