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Differential Oil Replacement on Nissan Patrol

Model: Nissan Patrol - Years 1980-1988
Part: Differential

Replacing the differential oil on a Nissan Patrol. Let's see how to replace the oil. Position your car on a column lift and raise it to a comfortable height for the replacement. Unscrew the bolt located under the differential using a socket spanner. Once the bolt is removed, let the fluid drain into a container. Prepare to screw the bolt back onto the transmission with the spanner, then clean everything with a cloth. Unscrew the oil fill bolt and top up with the appropriate fluid. Lower the car and test the operation of the Nissan Patrol.

Updated on 21 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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