#### LEVEL CHECK

The oil in the differential should be checked at least every 15,000 miles or 12 months.

1. With the car on a level surface, remove the filler plug from the back side of the differential.
2. If the oil begins to trickle out of the hole, there is enough. Otherwise, carefully insert your finger (watch out for sharp threads) into the hole and check that the oil is up to the bottom edge of the filler hole.
3. If not, add oil through the hole until the level is at the edge of the hole. Most gear oils come in a plastic squeeze bottle with a nozzle; making additions is simple. You can also use a common kitchen baster. Use only the specified fluid.
4. Replace the plug and check for leaks.

   Fig. 1: Checking the fluid level in the differential on models with a solid rear axle assembly

   Fig. 2: Checking the fluid level in the differential on models with independent rear suspension