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1979 JEEP J-SERIES PICKUP
401ci V8•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Fluid · Rear Differential

Rear Differential

for 1979 Jeep J-Series Pickup 401ci V8 · 4WD
Fluid Type
80W-90 gear oil
Spec: API GL-5
Capacity
5.5qt
5.2 L
Drain & Refill
5.5 qt
5.2 L
Change Interval
30,000 mi
48,270 km
Data quality
Calibrated
Platform-calibrated book-style value. Verification program ongoing.

Notes

Dana 44/60 rear axle typical with 401 engine

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