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How important is Rear Differental?

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Old 03-17-21, 11:50 AM
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I have a 2009 ls 460 with 112,000 miles on it, my mechanic has suggested ai change it soon but I was woundering your opinion and thoughts on it?
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I am sorry, but what did your mechanic suggest to change? If it is diff fluid, than yes, you should change it. Make sure you use high quality fluid like Mobil 1.
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Yes it's just the fluid he says to change
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If it has never been changed, yes change the differential gear oil.
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Originally Posted by MM8419
I have a 2009 ls 460 with 112,000 miles on it, my mechanic has suggested ai change it soon but I was woundering your opinion and thoughts on it?
Your mechanic is looking out for you. Go for it with quality fluids like Anfanger suggested.
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Should be changed every 100k; make sure the fluid you use as the proper additive pack if your diff has a lsd.
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