What type of fluid goes in the differential?

2011 MERCEDES BENZ C300

87,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC

JITHIN MATHEW

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I am changing my rear differential fluid. I believe the correct fluid is 75W-90 for the rear. My question is, does the front differential share fluid with the transmission or does it need a different fluid? If so what fluid?

Feb 4, 2022 at 8:12 AM

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SQM

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Hello,

On this vehicle the book actually calls for 75W-85 gear oil for both front and rear differentials.

The front differential capacity is 0.6 liter and the rear 1.2 liter.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

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Feb 4, 2022 at 8:36 AM