Spicer Drive Axles Service Manual Wheel Reduction Drive Axles (EA-50) - Manual (Page 10)

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Lubrication
Changing Differential Lubrication
Draining
Drain when the lube is at normal operating
temperature. It will run freely and minimize the
time necessary to fully drain the axle.
1. Unscrew the magnetic drain plug on the
underside of the axle housing and allow
the lube to drain into a suitable container.
2. Inspect drain plug for large quantities of
metal particles. After initial oil change, this
condition is a sign of damage or extreme
wear in the axle. Inspection of the entire
unit may be warranted.
3. Clean the drain plug and replace it, along
with an O-Ring (WR10/12) or sealant
(WR3, 5 and 7), after the lube has drained
completely.
IMPORTANT: Used lubricants are dangerous
environmental pollutants. Dispose of all
lubricants properly.
Filling
1. Remove the filler hole plug from right side
of housing.
2. Fill the axle with approved lubricant until
level with the bottom of the filler hole.
NOTE: Lube fill capacities in the following
chart are good guidelines, but the actual
capacity will vary somewhat. Always use the
filler hole as the final reference. If lube is
level with the bottom of the hole, the axle is
properly filled.
Lube Capacities
WR3 WR5 WR7 WR10/12
Gallons 6 6.5 8 10
Liters 23 25 30 38