WK diff lube

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WK diff lube

Unread post by nostaw »

So the WK is due for an engine oil + diff oil change. The engine is pretty easy -- I've got that before so I'll get the same stuff again.

Looks like the QDII requires 75W-140 gear oil + friction modifier for the ELSD. The Mopar oil is synthetic and is supposed to be changed every 12.5k mi (every 2 service intervals).

For my XJ I just use fairly standard stuff (e.g. non-synthetic) since it usually gets changed relatively frequently.

The WK is a DD and sees occasional towing use (I tow my XJ a few times a year, tow a boat or other small trailer a few times).

What do you guys recommend?

JW
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Re: WK diff lube

Unread post by johnsxj »

Go with what the owner's manual says for viscosity and blend types.

Synthetics tend to work better for heat and loads.
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Re: WK diff lube

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Well, I'm going to go w/ a synthetic 75W-140, but I was curious if anyone recommends a specific brand... Lots of stuff online, but...

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Re: WK diff lube

Unread post by DOUG »

Royal Purple is good stuff!!
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