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How to check front differential fluid

Tiny
JOYCE SNYDER
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  • 2001 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
  • 1.6L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 250,000 MILES
I would like to know how to check the front differential fluid on my vehicle. I was told it was leaking and I want to keep tabs on the fluid. Can you help me?
Friday, January 26th, 2018 AT 4:47 PM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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I do not get you model coming up on my data base, not showing a 1.6 for that model. Can you recheck that it is not a typo or advise the VIN so I can do a search? It is that some of these transmissions have independent differential oil check and some are integral with the transmission. I just need to know exactly what you have to advise correctly.
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Friday, January 26th, 2018 AT 8:59 PM
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KHLOW2008
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To check the differential fluid, you need to remove the oil filler plug. Fluid is filled up to the level of the plug.
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Friday, January 26th, 2018 AT 9:04 PM

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