differentials and transfer case fluid change

[James5354]

Hey all, my first time doing front and back differential and transfer case fluid change on my 2012 sr5. How much fluid do I need for the front and rear diffs and the transfer case?, I will probably just get the toyota fluids at the dealer, unless there is something better out there that you all recomend. Also what size tools would I need to do this job, does the front diffs need an allen key to open up the nuts? Also if there's a video or a DIY with a bunch of pics on the forum or net to guide me through this would be great.

Thanks
J

 

[mrbtd]

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/78892-transfer-differential-oil-change.html

 

[nb rob]

Check this out, it's from the maintenance and detailing subforum.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/maint...ntial-transfer-case-fluids-pics-included.html

 

[TheWraith]

I'll will be doing the switch to synthetic ... but most likely use Motul instead of Amsoil or Royal Purple.

 

[Geaux504360]

Diifs & TC

I will use reline 75W-85 for the diffs and the insanely expensive Toyota 75W for the transfer case. No one sells the 75W LF that is required except Toyota. I called Redline and they said that Toyota will not release the formula, ingredients or any chemical make up of any of the compounds.

 

[flybooey]

Has anyone any experience with this fluid for the Transfer case to avoid the dealer's juice?
https://www.amazon.com/RAVENOL-J1C1...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NJ97CF9XYGBZJYNGYGCN

 

[Jeremy556]

Has anyone any experience with this fluid for the Transfer case to avoid the dealer's juice?
https://www.amazon.com/RAVENOL-J1C1...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NJ97CF9XYGBZJYNGYGCN

I have a couple quarts on my shelf for my 200K mile service later this week.

 

[coltm4]

Has anyone any experience with this fluid for the Transfer case to avoid the dealer's juice?
https://www.amazon.com/RAVENOL-J1C1...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NJ97CF9XYGBZJYNGYGCN

Ravenol claims to be a valid substitute. Having used it for the past 15k, seems to work well enough, thought the shift seems slower.

Oil Guide - Ravenol

 

[DougEFresh2]

I realize how old this thread is, but for anyone still wanting an all-in-one guide for ALL fluids...
Beginner Fluid Maintenance