i need to know how to put gear oil in the rear end of my truck

Asked by tigger1982 Apr 12, 2015 at 04:48 PM about the 1997 Ford F-150 XL 4WD SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

i looked for the square oil plug on the rear end of my pickup but couldn't find it

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It is in front of the rear by the yoke. You should be able to use a 3/8 drive extension or it mat be an Allen Key. 80-90Gear Oil or check your owners manual.

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