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lsdak02
Dodge Dakota
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8/11/2004
18:15:27
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 Subject: Changing Differential and axle Fluid
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I have 02 3.9l 4x4 and would like to change all my gear lube fluid with amsoil, can I do it myself or is there anything I need to know is the answer is yes, like specific tool or ?.
Thanks for any reply!
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8/11/2004
20:08:01
|  Amsoil 2002 DODGE DAKOTA 3.9L V6 Amzoil
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DIY Helpful Information
For those of you thinking of changing your own fluids (DIY) ...
Helpful Differential Recommendations:
-Flush (drain) as much of the old fluid out.
-Differential fluid capacity depends on ring gear and axle housing size.
-Do not over/under fill differential. This could mean a capacity difference of a quart or more and may cause overheating problems. (See the owner’s manual for proper fill level)
AMSOIL gear oils are formulated with friction modifiers for limited slip differential applications. There is no need to add limited slip or additional additives.
-After changing the differential fluid, drive the vehicle in 7 or 8 figure eight turns, so the new lubricant can work its way into the axle assembly.
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2002 DODGE TRUCKS DAKOTA 3.9L 6-cyl VIN Code X
AMSOIL FILTERS
Oil Filter ...... SDF42
Air Filter ...... TS29
PCV Valve ....... HV169
PCV Valve ....... HV72
Trans ........... TF155
CHASSIS LUBRICATION -- Amsoil Product Recommendations
Four-wheel drive
17 Fittings, 0 Plugs..........LB
Series 2000 Synthetic Racing Grease
Synthetic GHD Heavy-Duty EP Grease
Synthetic Multi-Purpose Grease NLGI #2
Two-wheel drive
6 Fittings, 0 Plugs..........LB
Series 2000 Synthetic Racing Grease
Synthetic GHD Heavy-Duty EP Grease
Synthetic Multi-Purpose Grease NLGI #2
LUBRICANTS & FLUIDS -- Amsoil Recommendations
Engine Oil, Grade 1 ...... API*
Series 2000 Synthetic 0W-30 Motor Oil
SAE 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
Series 3000 Synthetic 5W-30 Heavy Duty Diesel Oil
Above 0°F......10W-30[1]
Below 32°F......5W-30
Manual Transmission,NV3500.....GLS[2]
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
Manual Transmission,NV1500.....GLS
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
Automatic Transmission.....AP4[3]
Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid
Differential, Front .....GL-5
Amsoil 75W-90
Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Controlled Slip Differential, Rear 7.25-9.25 axles.....GL-5*
Amsoil 75W-90
Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Slip-Lock Differential Additive
Transfer Case,.....AP4
Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid
Fluids -- Amsoil Recommendations
Power Steering Fluid.....AP4
Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid
1. SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
2. GLS is a special gear lube, Mopar part no. 04874464.
3. Daimler Chrysler Corp. recommends that all vehicles with Chrysler automatic transmissions be serviced with ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
CAPACITIES
Engine, with filter..........4.0 quarts[1]
Cooling System, Initial Fill..........14.0 quarts
Automatic Transmission, 42RE Initial Fill..........4.0 quarts[2]
Automatic Transmission, 44RE Initial Fill..........4.0 quarts[2]
Automatic Transmission, 46RE Initial Fill..........4.0 quarts[2]
Automatic Transmission, 545RFE 2WD Initial Fill..........5.5 quarts[2][3]
Automatic Transmission, 545RFE 4WD Initial Fill..........6.6 quarts[4][5]
Automatic Transmission, A45RFE 2WD Initial Fill..........5.5 quarts[6][7]
Automatic Transmission, A45RFE 4WD Initial Fill..........6.6 quarts[8][9]
Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
42RE..........10.0 quarts
45RFE..........14.0 quarts
46RE..........10.0 quarts
Manual Transmission, NV1500..........4.6 pints
Manual Transmission, NV3500 2WD..........4.9 pints
Manual Transmission, NV3500 4WD..........4.2 pints
Differential, C205F Front..........3.6 pints
Differential, with 7.25 ring gear Rear..........3.0 pints
Differential, with 8.25 ring gear Rear..........4.4 pints
Differential, with 9.25 ring gear Rear..........4.9 pints
Transfer Case,NV133, NV233..........2.5 pints
Transfer Case,NV244..........3.0 pints
1. After refill check oil level
2. With engine automatic transmission operating temperature, shift through all gears. Check fluid level in NEUTRAL and add fluid as needed.
3. DTC'S may be set , reset with DRB III, if necessary
4. With engine automatic transmission operating temperature, shift through all gears. Check fluid level in NEUTRAL and add fluid as needed.
5. DTC'S may be set , reset with DRB III, if necessary
6. With engine automatic transmission operating temperature, shift through all gears. Check fluid level in NEUTRAL and add fluid as needed.
7. DTC'S may be set , reset with DRB III, if necessary
8. With engine automatic transmission operating temperature, shift through all gears. Check fluid level in NEUTRAL and add fluid as needed.
9. DTC'S may be set , reset with DRB III, if necessary
TORQUES
Oil Drain Plug.....25 ft-lbs
Transfer case
Fill Plug.....15-25 ft-lbs
Drain Plug.....15-25 ft-lbs
Manual Transmission NV3500
Fill Plug.....14-20 ft-lbs
Drain Plug.....14-20 ft-lbs
CAUTIONS
COOLING -- use MOPAR extended life coolant HOAT (orange). Do not mix with green coolants.
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Steven Roark , Amsoil Dealer , Proud Sponsor of www.DodgeDakotas.com
AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils, Lubricants, Filtration, and Truck Care Products
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J and J Auto
GenII
8/12/2004
01:26:34
| RE: Changing Differential and axle Fluid
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special tool
the drain and fill plug on the back of the
transfer case are 1 3/16 an odd ball size most
wrench sets come with 1 1/16 and 1 1/8 so you
may need to round up a wrench
The rears each hold just over a Qt
transfer case the same
trans filter and fluid get 8
Larry
J&J Auto
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Buz
Dodge Dakota
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8/12/2004
09:33:49
| RE: Changing Differential and axle Fluid
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I was planning on changing my axle fluids soon also. I have a 97 with 155K on it. Should I take the covers off and clean everything out really well, or just drain the fluid and put in fresh stuff?
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greyDAK
Dodge Dakota
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8/12/2004
11:30:36
| RE: Changing Differential and axle Fluid
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I just finished replacing the bearings and seals on my 98 Dak. The diff is a 10 bolt round (8.25 gears) and has a rubber drain cover about half way up the pumpkin. I pulled it out, used a cheap gas siphon (new, never used with gas) and sucked out as much of the old oil as I could. I then popped off the diff cover and wiped out all the remaining goo. I did notice after 120,000 KMs (about 75k miles) that the diff was in excellent shape and had no bad smell or any gross amount of shavings. After I changed the wheel bearings and seals, I put almost two containers of gear oil, unit the level was just below the fill/drain opening (as per the Haynes manual). Did a few spins around the block to move the oil down the tubes to the wheels and voila, done and done. I think it took me about an hour in total to drain, clean, replace and reinstall everything.
I had to borrow a bearing removal tool from the local auto shop, but everything else was basic tools. NO MESS EITHER
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9/22/2004
09:11:37
|  Changing Differential Fluid - Amsoil Hand Pump
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For the DIY'er ...
The new AMSOIL Hand Pump was designed to make it easier to dispense lubes in awkward, hard to install applications. Specifically designed to fit AMSOIL quart, gallon and Twin Pack bottles, the AMSOIL Hand Pump guarantees efficient, quick dispensing of AMSOIL gear oils, transmission fluids and any oil that may need to be pumped. A larger pump and thicker hose make it possible for the AMSOIL Hand Pump to pump one ounce of fluid per stroke versus the 1/4 ounce per stroke of standard pumps. This four-fold improvement in pump efficiency saves you time and hassle.
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The AMSOIL Hand Pump's versatility also makes it well suited to many automotive and marine applications, including fluid fills in differentials, transmissions, transaxles, boat lower units and boat sterndrives.
With the AMSOIL Hand Pump you no longer need to transfer your fluid to another bottle in order to dispense it, saving time and eliminating the possibility of contaminating your fluid.
The AMSOIL Hand Pump kit includes all necessary hardware such as the hose, hose clamps, a cone applicator for boat lower unit fills, 3 pick-up tubes (one for each AMSOIL bottle size) and a hose retainer clip to eliminate hose dangling and oil messes.
High quality and high efficiency make the NEW AMSOIL Hand Pump a nice compliment to the entire AMSOIL product line.
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