AU xr6 diff question

ten[A]cio[U]s · 31-01-2009, 09:14 PM

G'Day,

We need to empty the old oil out of mums xr6 and replace it with new oil. To be honest I have only ever topped diffs up, and replace them. Not flush them!

So with that, just a quick question.

Is the a drain plug of some sort on a non irs xr diff?

If there is, where is it?

If there isnt, whats the best way to drain the diff's oil?

Cheers,
Matt

martymonsta79 · 31-01-2009, 09:28 PM

hey there Matt
from the looks of it the only way is to use a oil purge pump or close to
from the one acess point at the rear.
you can flush it out with kero if need be.
marty

**Whoosha** · 31-01-2009, 09:38 PM

Drain plug would be the lowest bolt in the backing plate ..

b2tf · 31-01-2009, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Whoosha

Drain plug would be the lowest bolt in the backing plate ..

as above - remove this bolt (its the biggest one apart from the filler one) and allow it to drain. refit bolt, fill with new oil, refit filler plug and job done.

ten[A]cio[U]s · 01-02-2009, 09:57 PM

Thanks guys. Thread can be closed!

JC · 01-02-2009, 10:57 PM

It's simply in theory, but a very hard job to do without a hoist, and smelly! Let us know how you go.

b2tf · 01-02-2009, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by JC

It's simply in theory, but a very hard job to do without a hoist, and smelly! Let us know how you go.

Rag Top and I managed mine without a hoist - just used a jack and some axle stands. But yes it does stink.

ten[A]cio[U]s · 02-02-2009, 11:11 AM

lol I took the diff hat off my old fairlane to inspect a slight thunk once (missing most of its teeth.. whoops)

That made a little mess, and a smelt like broken diff for a week..