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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 05:52 PM
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ok, 1997 cherokee sport.
believe i have dana 35 rear and a dana 30 front.
what weight oil do i use when i replace it? is it just personal
preference? also does mileage matter? i have 115,000 miles
on her now.
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 06:03 PM
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80-90 is what I would use unless you tow then you want the 75-145 I believe.. Also check to see if you have a limited slip rear end, if you do you also need a friction additive as well.
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Old Sep 8, 2009 | 06:59 AM
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how can i tell from looking if i have limited slip?
unfortunately when i bought it, it didn't come
with an owner's manual.
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Old Sep 8, 2009 | 12:41 PM
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Mine had a sticker in the glove box that said "This Vehicle is Equipped With A Locking Rear Differential".
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Old Sep 8, 2009 | 02:26 PM
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You can have the dealer run your vin number that will give you all the info on it.
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Old Sep 9, 2009 | 07:11 AM
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hey thanks everyone, turns out mine too
has a locking rear differential sticker in the glove box.
so i am set.
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