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Old Oct 3, 2007 | 12:10 PM
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Changing Differential Fluid

I have a 1985 F-150 2wd with over 170K miles. The rear differential fluid has NEVER been changed. Is it too late to change it now, or would it be wise to change it?
 
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Old Oct 3, 2007 | 01:27 PM
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It's never too late to change the fluid. If you go back with synthetic oil, be sure to check it a couple times a year. I like synthetic, but it can cook off, expecially in the first few thousand miles. You may need to top it off after a couple thousand miles on it. Make sure the breather vent is clear and no wheel seal leaks.
 
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