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  1. Dec 23, 2019 at 5:23 PM
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    Go to PepBoys. They sell original dino and synthetic Valvoline.
     
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  2. Dec 24, 2019 at 3:36 AM
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    Good to know thanks for the input
     
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  3. Dec 29, 2019 at 2:46 PM
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    I always see so many different, sometimes conflicting answers on what oil to use in the transfer case and both front and rear diffs. So a 75w90 gl5 gear oil can be used in the transfer case, front diff and the rear diff correct? And also, it’s fine to use a gear oil with a LS friction modifier in a first gen with no LS?
     
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  4. Dec 29, 2019 at 2:59 PM
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    ^^ Thats what I put in my 2014 V6 4x4, 25K miles ago. Mobil1 75-90. Won’t swear to a 1st gen. YMMV
     
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  5. Dec 29, 2019 at 6:10 PM
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    The Owner's Manual is a great place to find this kind of info. According to pp. 325-326, your
    - Transfer Case requires SAE 75W−90 API GL−4 or GL−5 Gear Oil
    - Front and Rear Differentials require SAE 75W−90 API GL−5 Gear Oil

    LS friction modifier is not required, but won't hurt anything.
     
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  6. Feb 20, 2020 at 7:52 AM
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    can you provide an update? I'm at 60k miles and am needing to do this
     
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  7. Mar 14, 2020 at 3:16 PM
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    Great write up. Over 10 years old and still a great reference. I changed mine today. The rear diff and the transfer case oil was really dark so I will do the front diff tomorrow.

    question — the transfer case did not have crush washers on the fill and plug bolts, but the rear diff did. I put crush washers on and torqued to spec. Should I remove the crush washers for the transfer case?

    THANKS AGAIN!

     
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  8. Mar 14, 2020 at 3:36 PM
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    No. Some may debate their value, but there's certainly no harm in having them.
     
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  9. Mar 14, 2020 at 9:20 PM
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    Not sure what you mean?? The transfer case does have washers, they are just plain flat aluminum like the engine oil pan washer... They do crush a little since they are soft.

    This kit has all the required washers. The transfer case ones are in the middle.
    just plain flat aluminum

    $10 Prime Ave Differential & Transfer Case Crush Washer Gasket Kit Compatible with Toyota Lexus Scion Part# 90430-24003 + 12157-10010 + 90430-A0003
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PSKNJQ...uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
     
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  10. Apr 5, 2020 at 2:42 PM
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    Ok guys.. having a 2011, and 4x4 with a rear locker, I do NOT need LS additive.

    I got Valvoline full synthetic 75-90
    But in tiny letters it says "contains LS additive"

    Should I return it for royal purple or something else? Or is it ok to use.
     
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  11. Apr 5, 2020 at 2:45 PM
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    No. Don’t return it. It will be fine.
     
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  12. Apr 5, 2020 at 2:47 PM
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    Actually... O'Riley's right near me has Red Line, which I've heard our Toyotas likes. Should I get that instead
     
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  13. Apr 5, 2020 at 2:50 PM
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    Ah I see... They all say that. Even Royal Purple says it has friction and slip modifier additives. So I'm good. I just don't need extra, especially cuz I have a 2011 4x4.
     
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    Anyone know where I can get the crush washers locally? AutoZone was a no-go. No one had 24mm
     
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    Dealership should have them.

    Not local, but Amazon normally has them and (aside from COVIDimpacts) shipping is usually quick.
     
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    The crush washers are much smaller for the drain and overflow plugs. The 24mm fill plug has a rubber ring around the bolt that you can hopefully reuse. I ordered the crush washers from Amazon.
    $11 35178-30010
    35178-30010
     
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    I haven't seen a rubber ring on any of the drain or fill plugs and i have changed all the fluids once already.
    The front diff, transfer case and rear diff use copper, aluminum or steel.
     
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    My bad. I saw 24mm and was thinking the transmission fill plug ...
     
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    Yep. That the one :)
     
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