2018 Tundra Front Differential Oil Change.
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- The front differential on a 2018 Toyota Tundra can be serviced easily in your driveway. Steve shows you the tools it takes and which gear oil to buy.
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Just did the job on my 2018 tundra V8. Great guide for me. Only thing I ran into was that the hex socket was a 10mm socket, not a 7mm.
That’s interesting, I guess I got that wrong. Thanks Hug Rule
I just did front rear and transfer case. Video helped quite a bit. Caught myself saying “ I’m happy with that “ 😂
Awesome! Glad it helped.
Thanks for this “how to” video, just completed the diff oil change on my 2017 Tundra.
Right on!
Super helpful! Thank you.
Glad it helped
' 2:26 I bought the Ravenel fluid. There is not enough room to tip the container up to fill the front differential. If you 2 people (1 up top and 1 below) and some Tygon tubing I suppose you could do it that way. I taking the top off the bottles (which was not easy) and pumped the fluid. The Ravenel fluid worked fine to fill the T-case and rear differential without pumping.
Good to know, thanks.
That ravenol bottle is unique, never seen anything like that before! I need to get a drill pump though I’m getting tired of pumping by hand…
Oh yeah, hand pumps suck - they take forever.
I need to get a jack and stands so I can do my own oil changes. I’ve never seen a drill pump like that ! That’s pretty cool!
Yeah, everybody needs the basics at home. I would recommend not getting jack stands at Harbor Freight, but their Daytona floor jacks look pretty solid. I’ll be picking one of them up soon.
Thanks for the video and info; did mine last night and the tool list helped. However, the fill and drain plugs are a 10mm hex on my 2018 Tundra not the 7mm as mentioned in the video. Also, while doing the service is worth checking the diff vent to ensure is not stuck.
Great video,
Thank you William
Did this on my truck last night with the Ravenol bottles. Since the fill plug on the front diff has poor clearance and it’s so hard to get the bottle positioned to pour the fluid straight in, I used the few excess feet of 5/8 tubing I cut off after watching your most recent transmission fluid change video and ran it from the fill plug up through the front left wheel well. Then inserted the Ravenol spout into the other end of the tubing and filled ‘er up.
Perfect solution!
I've been looking at using Ravenol on my Tundra. Have you noticed anything negative from using it? Would you choose Ravenol again?
@@bubba4072 I’m no expert but I haven’t noticed anything negative at all. Only used 4wd a couple times since doing the fluid change but the front diff always engages and disengages smoothly and performs well while in use.
@daniele.644 thank you for the reply. I'm ordering the whole diff and transfer case kit from Ravenol.
@@bubba4072 You won’t be disappointed
Went to change my front differential fluid in my 07’ for the first time since acquiring my truck. The previous mechanics were kind enough to round out the hex and torque it with an pneumatic gun 🤦🏻 . Apparently there’s a Lexus drain plug that I can substitute that uses a socket vs. Allen so it’s not an issue in the future.
Great find!
Great content! Just stumble on to your videos. Is great I found them. Thank you. Do have any videos on how to grease or lube the chassis to the drive shafts and what grease to use? Ty
Not yet, I will cover that stuff in the upcoming 100k service video. I appreciate ya.
The transfer case bolts are the trickiest. Due to the fact of getting that correct torque for tightening. Mine were barely in there. 0 power to remove. I did the same thing as you, and put a little too much thread sealant. Wish they had the same plugs as the rear diff.
Same here, though I heard someone say Toyota sells new plugs with the sealant already applied.
Thank you Sr
All the best
Hi, great vid tool guy. Do you have to remove the wheel to replace front diff or is it just more convenient. Thanks!
Thanks Kay. The camera was right next to the inside of the driver’s tire. That’s why you didn’t see it.
I’ve seen some sites saying front drain plug being torqued to 48 ft lb. And fill 29 ft lb. So confusing.
The fill and drain plugs are not always over torqued. Its galvanic corrosion from 3 different metals being used. Aluminum, steel and the stainless steel crush washer. Add some moisture and road salt makes it worse. A bit of anti seize before install helps.
Good point.
According to all the info I’ve been reading on the inter webs we are not suppose to use 75w85/90 on the Tundras Tcase after 2012 just 75w, how’s your truck running ?
You are correct, fortis. Toyota recommends 75W for transfer cases. I did a video about that: th-cam.com/video/-JmCYaMigiM/w-d-xo.html Both differentials have 75W85 as the recommended fluid type, so they are different from the t-case. Tundra’s still running great.
I expect fluids and seals will have to be changed on my swap parts for my F250
You’re probably right. So many people neglect this stuff.
Question I watched your video on the rear diff oil change and you used the same Redline oil viscosity and that is excellent that it works for both. So tap on the Amazon link , it takes me to the item , but it says it’s not compatible with my 2018 tundra crew max ???? Is that an issue. .? Thanks let me k ow please.
I just tried for my truck. Amazon said the same thing ‘does not fit’. Redline is a 75W85 GL5 which is what Toyota recommends for both diffs. I’ve had no problems at all, and bought it again to do the job next week.
If I don't have the computer hook up to check transmission temp before checking the level, is there a work-around?
sorry i was watrching both videos and posted in wrong one.
Here’s my DIY friendlier version, with the work-around: th-cam.com/video/TH90IJSgg2M/w-d-xo.html
Will the 75w revanol work with the front diff or does it need to be 75w85?
No, I wouldn’t use the Ravenol in either differential. It would be okay if you went with a heavier weight oil, but I would not go lighter than 75W85.
Doing this this weekend. Do I need to drive it around in 4WD before hand? Thanks!
No, the oil just sits in there and sloshes around. You don’t have to worry about ports and passages or anything like that.
@@ToolDemos thank you sir!!
You can run 75w90 in diffs though as well correct? Toyo just recs the 85 for fleet use and fuel economy is my understanding is this accurate?
Fuel economy is usually the culprit when they go lighter. I don’t know of any reason you shouldn’t go up to 90.
@@ToolDemos alright, so I followed this step by step with the exception of 2 things. I pulled the thermostat pin after the level set was complete but BEFORE I turned truck off and disconnected scan tool. I also shifted through gears before pulling level plug. I now have my brake light, abs light and yellow triangle lights with a message on the reader saying my brake controller has an issue and to pull over and see dealer. No active DTC I can see. Checked rear ABS sensors they’re clean. Tried to reset truck by disconnecting battery for a few minutes while I cleaned terminals. Checked all connectors around trans fill and thermostat area to confirm I didn’t bump anything. I am STUMPED! This truck has been flawless up until this. What did I do wrong? I know it has nothing to do with this video or your advice. So I promise you that is not in my thoughts but what the hell did I do wrong? Am I missing something?
@@ToolDemos derppppp I thought this video was your transmission fluid exchange vid hahaha. Sorry! Question still applies. Help me please haha!
@@pnwmotocross when you ran the car through the gears, were the tires off the ground?
@@ToolDemos no I was on a 4 post
I did mine today I was under the impression that it take 2.3 quarts in the front.. I was only able to get 1.8 quarts on before it started pouring out
If I remember correctly, there are different models with slightly different capacities.
Total case capacity is 2.3, but when dry. There is still about half quart clinging to the inside of the case and gears. Same applies to Differential, Trans etc. Better to buy a bit more than you need anyway.
It’s a 10mm socket, not 7. Had to return my tool. Please add an annotation
Thanks
I get 29 foot pound of torque not 40
Yeah, a lot of Americans are used to ft/lbs.
"I'm going to reposition you so you don't get a face full of fluid."
Just trying to be a good host.
That’s a 10mm hex not a 7mm
If Toyota has their own fluid, why would you put aftermarket crap in the transfer case? Just like auto transmission. Use Toyota WS only. I own a 2018 Toyota Tundra and the money I spent for that truck, it will NOT see aftermarket crap. Trying to save a few dollars here could cost you plenty later. Bad advice here.
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I understand.
who do you support? what a dumb comment.