If my research is reliable, the computer monitors a bunch of sensors and constantly engages the rear wheels to optimize handling, in addition to reacting to wheel slippage.
2017~2025 CX-5 Rear Differential Failure
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so it appears you were able to fill both front and rear to the brim of the inspection holes with a single qt? I am getting ready to change mine and cheaper to order than buy locally by a bunch so I don't want to only order one and be short. thanks..
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2024 CX-5 Prem Turbo Tuned Lowered Forged Wheels
1 Qt is 946 ml. I used 1 or for both diffs.
I paid $30 at the Stealership. After reading this post, I wanted to check the level and change out the fluid ASAP.
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2024 CX-5 Prem Turbo Tuned Lowered Forged Wheels
Interesting Honda recommendations the same diff fluid change as Ram...I'm following this schedule.
Honda CR-V rear differential fluid (AWD models) typically requires
an initial change at 15,000 miles, followed by every 30,000 miles thereafter. However, you should follow the Honda Maintenance Minder system (Code 6), which may prompt for changes sooner under severe driving conditions, such as constant mountain driving or frequent short
Honda CR-V rear differential fluid (AWD models) typically requires
an initial change at 15,000 miles, followed by every 30,000 miles thereafter. However, you should follow the Honda Maintenance Minder system (Code 6), which may prompt for changes sooner under severe driving conditions, such as constant mountain driving or frequent short
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yes indeed. I am wondering if cz5gt actually got to the brims with only 1 qt. as he said approximately 450mls and approximately 500mls. ie would be approximately 950mls total.. 4ml is pretty small.
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I have changed many rear diffs on CRV's (my own and my daughters) and if you go my the mm code6 it is over 50,000 miles and they come out clean as can be with no fuzz on the drain plug. I changed both early instead of waiting for the mm but in reality as clean as it was there was no need. I am at 45000 miles and changing mine in the next couple days. just finished a 2500 mile road trip and half of it was in winter slush....thru Minnesota, north dakota and back home to Montana. going it was in the 70's and even lower 80's 5 days later it was winter again lol..
cz5gt
CX-5 GT
yes 1 qt is doable but bear in mind I used a pump - some oil stays in the pump lines plus the pump cannot pull when the bottle is near empty plus there is spill when filling to the brim and the extra drips out.
I actually bought 2 bottles and used each bottle for each diff and now have leftovers
you could add aprox 450ml front and 450-460 rear (50/50). May not end up to the exact fill hole on the rear but still great than factory fill.
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thanks I will get 2 qts.. just called my local mazda and they sell a qt for $35 so not terrible and washers $3.25.yes 1 qt is doable but bear in mind I used a pump - some oil stays in the pump lines plus the pump cannot pull when the bottle is near empty plus there is spill when filling to the brim and the extra drips out.
I actually bought 2 bottles and used each bottle for each difd and now have leftovers
you could so 450 front and 450-460 rear. I think that should be ok. but wont be up to the exact hole.
cz5gt
CX-5 GT
35.27 is the msrp some dealers give 15-20% discount when you ask. My closest didnt but another one gave discount. Had to pick in person.
btw just a note - this oil smells terrible in general, so wear a mask if you have issues with smells.
Dont forget to also wipe good the drain bolts (magnet) as it will gave black/silverish gunk on the magnetic part.
And the rear diff fill plug is in a very tight spot.
some dealers give 15-20% discount when you ask. My closest didnt but another one gave discount. Had to pick in person.btw just a note - this oil smells terrible in general, so wear a mask if you have issues with smells.
Dont forget to also wipe good the drain bolts (magnet) as it will gave black/silverish gunk on the magnetic part.
And the rear diff fill plug is in a very tight spot.
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35.27 is the msrp
btw just a note - this oil smells terrible in general, so wear a mask if you have issues with smells.
I have been changing gear oil since the 70's so know the smell well. I change it in my jeep diff's every 12000 miles or so and same with my past power wagon..gear smells because of sulpher and phospherous which is why it works under gear pressure. it really is pretty amazing stuff.Attachments
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2024 CX-5 Prem Turbo Tuned Lowered Forged Wheels
Gear oil normally doesn't change color very much. What we don't see is the fine dust that leaks past the O ring and lip seals. The dust acts as an abraze.
We don't think of these items as open. They all have imperfect seals, the diff goes through heat cycles and expands and contracts pulling in contaminants we can't see. It might be worth sending in a sample and have it analyzed...
We don't think of these items as open. They all have imperfect seals, the diff goes through heat cycles and expands and contracts pulling in contaminants we can't see. It might be worth sending in a sample and have it analyzed...
You will need to get 2 quarts, you won't need it all but you will have a little leftover.
You can a whole bag of those 15mm washers from Amazon.
You won't get the same reading with a temp gun. I already compared one with my OB2. Maybe try using a meat thermometer in the dipstick hole.OK, I'll hook up my OBD2 bluetooth and take at trans temp from my phone app. NO GO, NO Trans temp PID. I get the laptop and fire up MazdaEdit software. Again, NO TRANS TEMP!More superior engineering and better manufacturing strikes again!!
I shoot the top of the transmission case with my new. upgrade temp gun. It's within the range on the dipstick. 10 minutes more to button it back up. I stop to admire the complexity engineered in this simple vital procedure.
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2024 CX-5 Prem Turbo Tuned Lowered Forged Wheels
Silica contamination confirms imperfect seals in differentials. Mazda should have a diffs change intervals in their owners manual......
We don't know if the owner was off road alot vs paved roads.
Good find!
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first change I would not necessarily say that is true. silicon can be from the seals themselves or different assembly lubes and the gear oil itself etc. also would need to compare it with a virgin sample. silicon and silica are not always the same. if on the next test they come down you might figure it is just from sealants etc.
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18mm but I was already at the dealership so $13 wasn't going to kill me
. it will be very unlikely I have this car by the time another diff/transfer case change rolls around. I am at 3 years and 45,000 miles and I just don't keep vehicles this long. don't get me wrong I like the car but it is my wife's vehicle and we are expecting our first grandchild and she will be wanting a Honda Oddessy or something like that
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Must've had a senior moment, lol.18mm but I was already at the dealership so $13 wasn't going to kill me
2013~2016 - CX-5 Rear Diff and Transfer Case Fluid Change: Tools, Parts and Links
