2018 Tundra rear differential oil change.

Steve shows you how to drain and fill a rear differential on a 2018 Toyota Tundra. You’ll see the tools and oil you need to to the job right.
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[@TerraSquad19]

Thank you for all of these videos. You've saved a lot of people some serious money. We appreciate it.

[@ToolDemos]

Glad they’re helpful. I appreciate you.

[@maxwellwilliamson8228]

Great Video! Have started doing oil changes on my '18 Tundra now that I'm past 24k. But will tackle this and Trans fluid change soon. Love all your videos, great job!

[@ToolDemos]

Hey Maxwell, that’s awesome! It’s great to hear you are taking care of your Toyota yourself. Have fun with the transmission job and thanks for the kind feedback.

[@user-pe1km4pq4n]

Thanks for the video and info; did mine last night and the tool list helped. Also, while doing the service is worth checking the diff vent to ensure is not stuck.

[@gregkeller80]

Another great video, thanks! Proper (quality) tooling always makes the difference!

[@ToolDemos]

Thanks Greg, I appreciate you.

[@gregkeller80]

Just did this on my 21’ tundra. The drain plug magnet had a piece of metal that looked like one of those caps you puncture on a tube of sealant. Odd as heck, but thank god for that magnet.

[@jeffkeryk3550]

Thanks for your professional videos. Fast and to the point. When I serviced the diff in our trusty '01 Tundra, I jacked up the side just a little for a more through drain. Did it make any difference? No, but it was fun! Thaks again!

[@ToolDemos]

I like that idea. Thanks for your kind feedback Jeff.

[@gregoryolsson6668]

Thanks. I think I will get the drill pump. Looks like a time saver and can use it to fill my transmission like you did.

[@ToolDemos]

Hey Gregory, I think you’ll like the Quickflow pump. If you’re interested, I did a review of it you can watch here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZnGn4homc-Ub9E. Happy wrenching.

[@KhanhNguyen-qr1gy]

thanks doing another great video: I love my Tundra

[@ToolDemos]

You’re welcome, Khanh. Keep that Tundra going - you won’t see another V8 Tundra from Toyota again.

[@torque6389]

Another great video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ToolDemos]

Thanks torque, much appreciated.

[@abosworth]

I don't think the tundra comes with LSD. It uses the brakes to act as an LSD. Good video though. I'll be doing front, rear diff, transfer case and transmission fluid shortly on my 2014 with 75k miles.

[@ToolDemos]

Yup, you’re correct Adam, thanks. Happy wrenching.

[@AndrewYoung-pk1kg]

Awesome video, thank you sir!

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video.

[@ToolDemos]

Sure thing. Cheers!

[@VandyShocker82]

6:26 brings me back to my wedding night 😂

[@ToolDemos]

Oh,TMI!

[@VandyShocker82]

@@ToolDemos 😂😂

[@Matthew-fw1hp]

Really like the video. I have a 2019 Toyota Tundra Ltd 4x4 and love it. What was the spray you were using near the end and why were you using it? Thanks.

[@ToolDemos]

That was brake clean. Just a solvent to make clean up easier.

[@miguelvaldez9449]

Easy peasy..👍🏽

[@ToolDemos]

Yup sure is. Hopefully we can all do the easy stuff now to avoid the big repairs if we don’t.

[@peekguyy3194]

Amazing thanks bro!

[@ToolDemos]

Thank you, I appreciate that.

[@WVFAN1958]

How many miles did have on your tundra. I changed mine at 33,000 I have a 2019crew max sport. I used mobile 1 75-90w. Thanks for sharing your video

[@ToolDemos]

Hi Tony, there’s just over 50k on the Tundra. I found a significant amount of metal on the magnet, pretty surprised and glad it’s all clean now. Thanks for watching.

[@666dynomax]

@@ToolDemos I did mine around 45k mi and found the same my rear was also slightly milky so very glad I did mine. Might have been from launching boat. I'm going to 30k mi intervals

[@TroyWatt-fd8pm]

Do you have a video on how to disable or bypass the TPMS light on a 2015 Tundra?

[@ToolDemos]

Not yet, but that sounds like a good idea. I will put that on my to-do list.

[@davidwhite478]

Redline!

[@num1machinegunneroif]

Push a little Acetone and it will clean ur pump and hoses.

[@ToolDemos]

Good idea.

[@ishmo3269]

Great video! Have u noticed any change in performance? I am debating between using Redline or Toyota Oem fluid?

[@ToolDemos]

Hi Ismail. I haven’t noticed any change at all. I also thought about OEM fluid but it isn’t available in the US (as far as I could see). The manual does allow for other brands with the same specs.

[@666dynomax]

I used amsoil. Maintenance done right you're not going to see performance gains

[@XLR411]

Toyota Greensboro NC wants $380 for this 😅 2023 is crazy crazy! That’s some “I better ducken do it myself pricing” 😂

[@ToolDemos]

Wow!

[@nicholaspetre1]

Man, you re awesome! Thank you!

[@ToolDemos]

Hey thanks.

[@jamespatton7001]

I have an 09 i just bought with 190kmiles. I have no service records showing either diff being done and previous owner did not change the fluids. Do tou think going in and changing it now if its possibly the first time its been done could cause me some problems? I face the same issue with changing the transmission fluid. Thanks for a great video.

[@ToolDemos]

Nope, change the gear oil now. It will preserve the diff. As far as transmission goes, could be too late.

[@bmo125]

What is the significance of the colored dots on the differential over the small sticker with the bar code?

[@ToolDemos]

Don’t know for sure, but I assume it is QC check marks made at the factory.

[@vikingerik80]

Just use almost 4 quarts of AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® 75W-90 100% SYNTHETIC GEAR LUBE Easy Packs, get a few crush washers, crack the fill plug, then the drain plug and go to work 😎. Easy job and no pump needed.

[@ToolDemos]

Sounds way easier.

[@goldentrucker7921]

The Tundra doesn't have a true lsd like many vehicles. For example a honda civic si. The computer uses a combination of power control and individual wheel braking to control slip. Fyi

[@ToolDemos]

Thanks GT, I appreciate the info.

[@docp1998]

👍🏻

[@barrymiller4392]

Do you have any experience with the PBT 71196 drill pump. I notice you are using the PBT 71197. It's cheaper (71196) and probably doesn't multi task like the 71197. Thank you in advance. I have learned a lot from your videos. Thanks again.

[@ToolDemos]

I always assumed that the pumps are identical, but the 97 comes with transmission adapters. I’ve only used two of them, so if you don’t need all that, I’d save the money.

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Awesome informative video . 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼Can I ask you what jack do you use on your truck ? Thanks

[@ToolDemos]

I was using that floor jack for years, it finally started leaking. It was a Torin, I think, but I decided to get rid of it. I’m probably going with an Omega this time.

[@svrblk777]

Hi, love your channel, Do I need to change my 2021 Tundra differential gear oil at early 10K mileage? TIA.

[@ToolDemos]

There’s no need to. Personally, I like to stick to a 30,000 mile interval.

[@satzawesome]

I did mine at 85k and now i am doing it at 155k. mine does tow a 7k camper. i did the transfer case at 85k. The front diff the bolt is rusted. any idea how to get that off. the 10mm hex does not quite fit ?. Mine is a 2008. I need a pump like that. Those manual pump is rough.

[@ToolDemos]

My recommendation for removing a rusty drain plug is to apply heat with a torch. Once you get it hot you should be able to remove it without too much effort. If your 10 mm socket doesn’t fit because the plug is stripped, I recommend placing the tip of a cold chisel at the 12 o’clock position and tapping it towards the left with a hammer. That should loosen it up enough to remove it with your socket or maybe a pair of pliers. Remember to remove your fill plug before you drain the differential that way you can be sure you will be able to fill it when you are done. I hope this helps. Good luck with your project.

[@devinchapman6444]

Toyota is trying to fuck me telling me I need it done every 30k miles lol glad I came to the interwebs to see how to do it and realized they are trying to fuck me. But the list is like 20 pages long of the shit they are telling me needs done

[@ntxoovlishawjofficialchann7627]

What section of the owner manual can I find the Torque specs for my 2020 Tundra?.

[@ToolDemos]

You won’t find anything like that in the owner’s manual. You’d need to buy the info from Toyota TIS or some other source.

[@kramynke]

Is it recommended to run the truck first before changing both front and rear diffs?

[@ToolDemos]

It doesn’t make any difference.

[@ChrisB10]

Where can we look to see if we are 1UR or 3Ur?

[@ToolDemos]

There’s an emissions sticker on the hood. Front - passenger side.

[@madeintexas8340]

What’s is the part number for crush washer?

[@ToolDemos]

12157-10010

[@juniorsarmiento7292]

How much fluid did you put in before it started to spill out?

[@ToolDemos]

I don’t remember exactly, but it was most of that last container. Sometimes when I’m using that drill pump it will leave a little bit of fluid in the container and I will pour that into the next one so I don’t waste any.

[@Vincegould]

Is the front and back the same fluid?

[@ToolDemos]

Hi Vince, front and rear both require 75w85 GL-5. The only difference is you’ll need almost twice as much in the rear than in the front.

[@przn832]

Hi, does it matter if this oil is made for LS diffs and Toyota asks for LT oil?

[@ToolDemos]

The LS (limited slip) additive will not adversely affect an open differential. The Toyota LT designation on their oil is just a random name that doesn’t refer to any specific type of differential.

[@przn832]

@@ToolDemos Good to know, thanks for the reply!

[@freeman8446]

Can i use 75w-90 instead? Does super tech oil good enough?

[@ToolDemos]

I can’t honestly tell you why Toyota chose the gear oil that they did. Plenty of people have switched to 75w90 and it won’t hurt my feelings if you do it too. As far as super tech, I don’t use it myself, but it’s probably fine.

[@freeman8446]

@@ToolDemos thanks

[@HackMasterBlaster]

Would this be the same process for 2016 tundra crewmax 4wd 5.7?

[@ToolDemos]

Yup, same differential

[@HackMasterBlaster]

@@ToolDemos thank you. Great video.

[@samtee3607]

Great video and info...thanks a lot my friend...

[@ToolDemos]

Glad you liked it!

[@davewallace9048]

Amsoil is superior than any product on the market in my opinion.. Takes the heat better.. After using for many years, everything just runs smoother with Amsoil!!

[@ToolDemos]

Good recommendation.

[@dario7000]

Do I need new gasket for the bolt?

[@ToolDemos]

Yes, Darek. The washers are one-time use. When you torque the plug, it deforms the washer to create a perfect seal.

[@quaddad]

Where did you find the crush washer and do you have a part number?

[@ToolDemos]

Hi Henry, the big copper washer is Toyota part number 90430-24003. The smaller crush washer is 12157-10010. If I remember correctly, the rear uses two copper and front is one of each.

[@quaddad]

@@ToolDemos thank you for that info.

[@Mr.Pop0]

Im wondering if this will fix a shudder/shake that happens at 30mph

[@ToolDemos]

No, that sounds more like a bad tire.

[@pecosb5221]

Maybe your tires needs balance.

[@Mr.Pop0]

It was my torque converter. Endied up grenading my transmission. Drove home with 1-2 gears. No reverse. Id give it gas and it would try to go into first then at around 5k rpm it would jump into first and it felt like someone rear ended me. $4200 later I'm a happy camper.

[@franciscomorales5495]

I have 100 k miles did not know is good time to change in my gear ? Or how many miles is recomended to do it

[@ToolDemos]

Toyota recommends every 30k if you are towing, or hauling heavy loads, dirt road driving etc. If it’s a grocery getter, you could get away with 50k or so.

[@captainsuds1]

Why didn’t you do the front differential

[@ToolDemos]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3-9eGSfd851gbcsi=q6Wa7O551_iCKBkl

[@jamesburroughs7248]

How that sway bar doing does it help

[@ToolDemos]

Yeah the truck has a great ride. Unfortunately, I can’t compare it to the ride without it - because when we bought it, it came pre-installed. It’s the TRD swaybar option.

[@kdaltex]

What size crush washers?

[@ToolDemos]

M-18

[@kebdog36]

Why waste new oil flushing a detergent trans fluid when you could flush it with the used oil you just emptied?? Wasted the good oil. And still added trans fluid to new oil. Not a very good process. The tool should have been cleaned after each job.

[@ToolDemos]

I wouldn’t know what to use to clean the pump. Whatever I do use would have to be flushed out before I fill a component. If I flushed with a solvent, I don’t want it to lose prime. I guess out of those options, wasting an ounce of new fluid is the choice I went with.

[@BigDipper79]

That’s what GL/5 is. 😂