Rear Differential
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When replacing a rear differential oil, select the correct one according to the following table.
NOTE:
Using a different rear differential oil will cause the drive train and tires to drag or emit abnormal noise.
REAR DIFFERENTIAL SPECIFICATION
| Model | 2.5 L Non-turbo | |
| 4AT | 5MT | |
| Rear differential type | T-type | |
| Identification | T2 | T1 |
| Type of gear | Hypoid gear | |
| Gear ratio (Number of gear teeth) | 4.111 (37/9) | 3.900 (39/10) |
| Oil capacity | 0.8 l (0.8 US qt, 0.7 lmp qt) | |
| Rear differential gear oil | GL-5 | |
REAR DIFFERENTIAL SPECIFICATION
| Model | 2.5 L Turbo | |
| 4AT | 5MT | |
| Rear differential type | T-type | |
| Identification | B2 | |
| Type of gear | Hypoid gear | |
| Gear ratio (Number of gear teeth) | 3.900 (39/10) | |
| Oil capacity | 0.8 l (0.8 US qt, 0.7 lmp qt) | |
| Rear differential gear oil | GL-5 | |