How to change rear Differential Fluid (detailed version)

Learn how to change your rear differential fluid. In this process I unbolt the differential cover (pumpkin cover) because there is no drain plug. Then I make my own gasket with RTV because I couldnt get a gasket for this differential. Only basic tools are needed and anyone could do this job. Remember to "thumbs up" the video if you found it helpful and leave a question/comment below. This is fast and easy maintenance to do to keep your car or truck in tip-top shape.

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[chrisfix]

My new video covers how to do an oil change, transmission fluid change, coolant flush, power steering fluid flush, brake fluid flush and bleed, differential fluid change, transfer case fluid change, grease the suspension, and finally add washer fluid properly!

[patricknowlin]

The fact that these videos are 8 years old… they stand the test of time. Much respect.

[after-worknetwork]

7 years later and still helping people. Thanks Chris!

[Liccmiazz]

He sounds 15 times more enthousiastic nowadays

[laspinas]

Crazy how I know nothing about cars, and don't plan on doing any of these stuff to my car, yet I enjoy Chris' videos a lot. lol. i've been binge watching.

[BuildsWithV_]

This is officially the first video where he says 'hey guys, Chris fix here" previous videos were a bit different. You're welcome

[jerrodp]

Never thought I'd use this info when I first watched this video a few years ago. but here I am, underneath a chevy 1500, making sure I'm doing this right

[chrisfix]

+Texas Chevy, I cannot reply to your comment for some reason. The same goes for the other comments you have posted. I would try to figure out why because you are not going to see my replies otherwise. If you dont have a torque wrench, go get one. It is worth it if you are going to do any work on your car or truck. You can try doing it by hand but you cant really torque anything with a normal ratchet. 

[jinxcollateral]

As a student with huge interests in the insides of cars and how they work, you are by far the best channel on YouTube, great videos man👍

[christopherbushby]

You know what I like about your vids Chris, it's that you show the work explaine it and don't pane the camera on yourself. Your all about the project. Why I subscribed and like the vids. Great job buddy. Your my go-to on alot of car stuff

[ZanesFacebook]

Anyone else think that the gears inside the differential look incredibly aesthetic? Like wow... I'm completely in love with it. A perfect work of art

[fivevenomstyle]

Dude!!! My cars are so happy (especially my Ford Ranger, lol) now that I found your channel, I have almost completed every maintenance procedure that you have published. So detailed, and lots of helpful tips. I honestly would have just started unbolting the pumpkin if you hadn't mentioned the filler plug. Thank you so much. Now, if you can just find a 1993 GMC K1500 4X4 Suburban and run through the gambit, lol. But seriously, you are a lifesaver, I am pretty handy with a wrench and a Haynes/Chiltons manual, but two things I was always afraid to touch were brakes and transmissions, so I forked over who knows how many thousands for pads, shoes, and fluid and filter changes at the dealerships. Well, I have now totally rebuilt my brake systems, thanks to your videos, and it was as easy as you said, you walked me right through it, and everything went smooth. Bless you my friend, and thanks again.

[adrianewings]

Just did this for the first time, and it should have been so much easier. Here's how it went: (1) Bolts were rusted beyond all belief - lots of penetrating fluid and hammering required (2) Some tool used the red threadlocker, making it even harder to undo them (3) No room for a breaker bar (4) My vehicle has 2 brackets for brake lines to the calipers mounted on the rear differential that needed to be removed as well (5) No drain plug on my rear diff - lid must be removed. 3 and a half hours later, the job was done finally lol. It still felt good to maintain DIY on this maintenance item on my truck. Thanks for making this video! I love working on my truck, and I love saving money even more!

[audio]

What a welcome change to see a video, where someone has thought about what they are going to say, prepared everything and has thought about how they are going to shoot it. Your videos are head and shoulders above the majority of offering. well done and keep up the good work

[nlesiak]

this is an old video but a little tip. I worked in auto glass where the windshield glue was very important not to leak and a good tip is to cut a "V" notch into that plastic nozzle. This will make a triangle bead instead of a round lumpy one. when you put the lid on it will compress in such a way that an air bubble or valley can't get caught in-between the lumpy round bumps of a round bead and is a much more reliable seal. at the top of the gasket just continue the bead along side the point where you started, maybe 2-3", then blend them together with the tip of the nozzle or a nylon stick. I'm sure there are videos online how to do this if i'm not creating a good visual.

[henrycalde]

If you were an auto mechanic teacher id definitely sign up! Ive been learning from your videos and have learned quite a bit! Changing the fluids/brakes/rotors and even spark plugs in my qx70 wouldnt have been possible without your videos, thanks!

[tjdinfl]

There is very little on my vehicles that I don't do myself so I didn't really need this how-to. I clicked on it anyhow to see what it was about. I must say you did a fine job with the task and you make a fine video. Nice job! This is the first of your videos I watched but I can tell you have a talent in mechanics as well as common sense. The two make for a successful Youtube channel. Keep it up, young man.

[KslersRT]

Pump in her till she is left leaking.. Solid advice Chris

[jeremythevirushuang]

Hands down the best mechanic on YouTube. You're not only concise and clear, you make it easy for us to follow! Love it! Keep them coming Chris!

[painisvergina]

Best how to mechanic on YouTube! Chris, you are incredibly valuable