Ram 1500 2009-2018 | Rear and Front Differential and Transfer Case Fluid Change | Do It Yourself
@MundaneMan takes you through the process of changing the front differential, rear limited slip differential and transfer case fluids on RAM 1500 Trucks from 2009 to 2018. Each component requires a different type of fluid. I outline the brands that I used that meet the manufacturer's specifications. Overall the job is not too complicated however if you are lying on your back the refilling process can be challenging.
Because my RAM 1500 has the limited slip rear differential I made sure to add the Mopar Friction Modifier.
I broke this video in to chapters so that you can easily find the information you require:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Rear Differential Fluid Change
11:59 Front Differential Fluid Change
23:38 Transfer Case Fluid Change
33:00 Test Drive
35:50 Closing Comments
Here are the products that I used:
Rear Differential - Pennzoil Platinum Axle Oil SAE 75W-140 - API GL-5
Mopar Limited Slip Additive - Friction Modifier
Front Differential - Castrol Axle Limited Slip 80W-90 - API GL-5
Transfer Case - Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant Pre-2016 44-44
Part Number 68089195AA
If you have a 2016 and up Ram 1500 then use ask the dealer parts department what is the correct fluid type you should use.
Here is a helpful link to get the details about the factory options your RAM came with. All you need to do is enter your VIN.
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Good job, i was encouraged to change my truck's fluids, i went and bought them, i will do them soon, thank you. By the way, the link works, gave me all the specs.
Hey man thanks for taking the time to make and post this video. Helpful.
Very helpful thank you for your knowledge.
Great Video! Thank you very much!
Great video
Great video!
Like all the aspects including which proper fluids to use. I will do this myself.
The last few differentials I've done I've been buying Valvoline gear oil. It now comes in a quart size bag which is great for getting in tight spots when refilling.
thank you for the info mate. I just hit 100K on my Ram 1500. I wasn't sure about the Anti--slip and Limited Slip but the build sheet check internet site you posted saved the day. I downloaded a copy for my onboard manual. Thank you again.
@mundaneman254
3 ай бұрын
Glad it helped
530xxx on mine. Changing for first time.
Hey i cant find the number 14 hex nut. What would be called here in Canada?
Shouldn't you loosen fill point 1st? Hate to drain if you can't fill.. Great job though brother!
@rickylee2477
Жыл бұрын
Be a man. Drain it first. Only woman have trouble loosening the fill plug. If the fill plug is bound up, drill and tap a new fill hole.
@mundaneman254
Жыл бұрын
It is probably a good practice to do that.
@mundaneman254
Жыл бұрын
@rickylee2477 If I couldn't have loosened the plug I might have gotten my wife to give it a try.😄
Looks like you have a new transmission pan. Did you do the tranny change too?
I never shift wen drive in stop dan neutral dan shift to 4x4high nocturno
Would you think that red product around the drain plug might be red thread lock as opposed to rtv sealant?
@andrejolin8967
6 ай бұрын
Likely not, as red locktite is very strong, not meant for plugs that have no stress and need to be removed on a regular basis
@golffoxtrotyankee
6 ай бұрын
Just to add to the already given evidence that it's not red thread locker...When red tread locker drys and if it can be removed, the treads will have a white residue and not retain it's red color...cheers🍺
@garyradtke3252
6 ай бұрын
It's probably pipe sealant used for gasoline and oil called Gasoila. We use it in the marine world for pipe threads on fuel systems and oil systems. It gets hard and can even be applied to the threads and allowed to dry before installation but can be used wet also. Sealing tape will also work well in this application. The factory probably applies the sealer long before the plugs are installed. In my mind the biggest reason to use anything on the threads is so the plug doesn't need over tightening to seal but will seal and not vibrate out and can be easily removed.
Any issues with the fill amount without the rear plug?
@mundaneman254
Жыл бұрын
No but it was awkward to refill. I should have looked for differential fluid in a bag or something more flexible. Just need to take your time filling.
@Sebbaru251
Жыл бұрын
@@mundaneman254 excellent thank you!
I don't think you need the additive with the limited slip labeled gear oil. It already has it.
@mundaneman254
Жыл бұрын
I think you are probably right but wanted to be cautious about affecting the clutches by not having the aditive.
One wheel peel, or two tire fire. 😂
YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK THE ANOUNT ON THE ADDATIVE, MY MANUAL CALLS FOR A VERY SPECIFIC AMOUNT OF OUNCES NOT THE WHOLE BOTTLE….
@golffoxtrotyankee
6 ай бұрын
WHY ARE YOU YELLING AT HIM! just chill brother, I'm sure he can hear you when you type in lower case as well. Cheers 🍺
Never do drain plug first…..and should of dumped the additive first….use the bags…
USE A BULB SQUEZE TRANSFER FUMP $6.99 AT HARBOR FREIGHT
Most definitely void warranty if your dif fails and it’s learned you used to the wrong weight gear oil And you still struggle to fill. I suggest a bag of oil. And the tube on the bottle is the easiest. But you only need a hose on it 4-6 inches long. It’s a breeze. Your hose was way to long.
If you are gonna go by mopar recommendations then you should have used mopar brand gear oil.
@mundaneman254
Жыл бұрын
True but as long as the fluid you buy meets the Mopar spec then other 3rd party fluids are fine. Similar to motor oil.