When shopping for Toyota Tundra differential fluid, many Toyota Tundra owners wonder what type of front or rear differential fluid their specific model uses. Blauparts is here to help! In this blog article, we've put together a Toyota Tundra differential fluid specification application list. This will help you determine the correct Toyota Tundra front and rear differential gear oil spec, fluid part numbers, and fill capacities needed when changing your Toyota Tundra gear lubes.
Please note: This post DOES NOT apply to 2007 and older 1st generation Toyota Tundra models.
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- How to Find Your Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Type?
- Rear Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Specification Guide
- Front Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Types
- Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Fill Capacities
- Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Change Intervals
- Why Should Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Be Changed?
How to Find Your Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Type?
Currently, in the United States, the Toyota Tundra models recommend the use of a 75W-85 GL-5 differential gear oil fluid type. Below are some important tech tips and informative information to help you confirm which gear oil you will need for your Toyota Tundra front or rear differential fluid change, the differential fluid change capacities, and the recommended differential fluid change intervals.
Rear Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Specification Guide
2nd Generation XK50 Toyota Tundra (2007-2021)
The following rear differential fluid information applies to the 2007 to 2021 Toyota Tundra XK50 or 2nd generation models. The Toyota Tundra models started recommending 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil for use in the rear differentials in the model year 2007. The gear oil part number is 08885-02506.
Some may still choose to use alternative viscosity gear oils in the Toyota Tundra rear differential even though a 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil is specified for the 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra rear differential. We always suggest using differential gear oil in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations as noted in service and owner's manuals. This will ensure the best rear differential function. Using the suggested gear oil viscosity and spec formulation will ensure the correct rear differential lubricating characteristics are met for the intended differential designed functions. Also, you can expect to achieve the best performance results and long-term reliability for all internal rear differential components.
Gear Oil Specifications & Part Numbers Used in 2nd Gen XK50 Toyota Tundra Rear Differentials
Popular 75W85 GL5 gear oils typically use general formulations for various applications. In some cases, these generic inexpensive gear oils can offer low lubricating performance levels and essential characteristics requiring more frequent rear differential fluid changes. This is due to lower-quality base oils that break down and lubricating additives that become prematurely depleted. We recommend using a 75W85 GL5 gear oil for these Toyota Tundra XK50 rear differential applications based on high-quality synthetics. See our online catalog to learn more about the performance and heavy-duty benefits of the Toyota Tundra rear differential fluid.
- The Toyota Tundra XK50 75W85 GL5 rear differential gear lube can be identified by part number 08885-02506.
- The following Toyota Tundra XK50 models requiring 75W85 GL5 rear differential gear oil part number 08885-02506 apply to known models available in America only.
- Eurol Gear Oil 75W-85 GL-5 and Ravenol Gear Oil DGL 75W-85 GL-5 are replacements for Toyota Tundra rear differential gear oil part number 08885-02506 for the following Toyota Tundra XK50 fitments.
Model Fitment for 2nd Gen XK50 Toyota Tundra 75W-85 Rear Differential Fluid
- 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 models
- 2010-2019 Toyota Tundra 4.6L V8 models
- 2007-2012 Toyota Tundra 4.0L V6 models
3rd Generation XK70 Toyota Tundra (2022-2024)
The following rear differential fluid information applies to the 2022+ Toyota Tundra XK70 or 3rd-generation models. The 3rd generation Toyota Tundra models introduced in 2022 also currently recommend a 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil for use in the rear differential. The gear oil part number is 08885-02506.
Gear Oil Specifications & Part Numbers Used in 3rd Gen XK70 Toyota Tundra Rear Differentials
Popular 75W85 GL5 gear oils typically use general formulations for various applications. In some cases, these generic inexpensive gear oils can offer low lubricating performance levels and essential characteristics requiring more frequent rear differential fluid changes. This is due to lower-quality base oils that break down and lubricating additives that become prematurely depleted. We recommend using a 75W85 GL5 gear oil for these Toyota Tundra XK70 rear differential applications based on high-quality synthetics. See our online catalog to learn more about the performance and heavy-duty benefits of the Toyota Tundra rear differential fluid.
- The Toyota Tundra XK70 75W85 GL5 rear differential gear lube can be identified by part number 08885-02506 known as Toyota Differential Gear Oil LT (AKA 75W-85 GL-5)
- Eurol Gear Oil 75W-85 GL-5 and Ravenol Gear Oil DGL 75W-85 GL-5 are replacements for Toyota Gear Oil LT part number 08885-02506 and can be used in the following Toyota Tundra XK70 rear differential gear oil changes.
Model Fitment for 3rd Gen XK70 Toyota Tundra 75W-85 Rear Differential Fluid
- 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra 3.4L V6 models
Front Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Types
2nd Generation XK50 Toyota Tundra (2007-2021)
The following front differential fluid information applies to the 2007 to 2021 Toyota Tundra XK50 models. The Toyota Tundra 4WD models started recommending 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil for use in the front differentials in the model year 2007. The gear oil part number is 08885-02506.
The Toyota 75W-85 gear oil also offers a better flow of gear oil lubrication to key areas of the front differential, especially during initial differential 4WD rotation and engagement. It also supplies better cold climate lubrication while still maintaining the necessary high load shear stability.
Some may still choose to use alternative front differential gear oil viscosity options or general multi-application gear oils even though a high quality 75W-85 gear oil is specified. We always suggest using a fluid in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations as noted in service and owner's manuals. Using the suggested gear oil SAE 75W-85 viscosity with GL-5 specification formulation will ensure intended differential designed functions are achieved with the best performance results. Using the correct viscosity will also provide the best possible lubricating characteristics for the internal front differential components and will ensure long term reliability is met. The newer Toyota Tundra 75W-85 GL-5 front differential gear oil contains a more sophisticated additive formulation using higher quality additives and more advanced fully synthetic base oils when compared to many popular 75W-90 gear oils. The high-quality level of the 75W-85 GL-5 front differential fluid formulation achieves the benefits of instantaneous lubrication flow to internal components in cold weather while maintaining excellent shear stability in high load, high temperature driving conditions.
Gear Oil Specifications & Part Numbers Used in 2nd Gen XK50 Toyota Tundra Front Differentials
When choosing a 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil for the Toyota Tundra front differential we suggest heavy-duty gear oils based on high quality fully synthetic PAO (Polyalphaolefin) oils. See our product descriptions to learn more about the performance and heavy-duty benefits of the fully synthetic Eurol or Ravenol 75W-85 GL-5 gear oils.
- The Toyota Tundra XK50 75W85 GL5 front differential gear lube can be identified by part number 08885-02506 known as Toyota Differential Gear Oil LT (AKA 75W-85 GL-5)
- Eurol Gear Oil 75W-85 GL-5 and Ravenol Gear Oil DGL 75W-85 GL-5 are replacements for Toyota Gear Oil LT part number 08885-02506 and can be used in the following Toyota Tundra XK50 front differential gear oil changes.
Model Fitment for 2nd Gen XK50 Toyota Tundra 75W-85 Front Differential Fluid
- 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD 5.7L V8 models
- 2010-2019 Toyota Tundra 4WD 4.6L V8 models
- 2007-2012 Toyota Tundra 4WD 4.0L V6 models
3rd Generation XK70 Toyota Tundra (2022-2024)
The following front differential fluid information applies to the 2022-onward Toyota Tundra 4WD XK70 or 3rd-generation models. The 3rd generation Toyota Tundra 4WD models introduced in 2021 also currently recommend a 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil for use in the front differential. The gear oil part number is 08885-02506.
Gear Oil Specifications & Part Numbers Used in 3rd Gen XK70 Toyota Tundra Front Differentials
Popular 75W85 GL5 gear oils typically use general formulations for various applications. In some cases, these generic inexpensive gear oils can offer low lubricating performance levels and essential characteristics requiring more frequent rear differential fluid changes. This is due to lower-quality base oils that break down and lubricating additives that become prematurely depleted. We recommend using a 75W85 GL5 gear oil for these Toyota Tundra 4WD XK70 front differential applications based on high-quality synthetics. See our online catalog to learn more about the performance and heavy-duty benefits of the Toyota Tundra front differential fluid.
- The Toyota Tundra XK70 75W85 GL5 front differential gear lube can be identified by part number 08885-02506 known as Toyota Differential Gear Oil LT (AKA 75W-85 GL-5)
- Eurol Gear Oil 75W-85 GL-5 and Ravenol Gear Oil DGL 75W-85 GL-5 are replacements for Toyota Gear Oil LT part number 08885-02506 and can be used in the following Toyota Tundra XK70 front differential gear oil changes.
Model Fitment for 3rd Gen XK70 Toyota Tundra 75W-85 Front Differential Fluid
- 2022-Onward Toyota Tundra 4WD 3.4L V6 models
Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Fill Capacities
Toyota Tundra Front Differential Fluid Capacities
2nd Gen XK50 Tundra Front Differential Capacity (2007-2021)
- 2007-2012 Toyota Tundra 4WD front differential fluid capacity - 1.9 liters or 2.0 quarts
- 2013-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD front differential fluid capacity - 2.0 liters or 2.2 quarts
2nd Gen XK70 Tundra Front Differential Capacity (2022-2024)
- 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra 4WD front differential fluid capacity - 1.3 liters or 1.37 quarts
Toyota Tundra Rear Differential Fluid Capacities
2nd Gen XK50 Tundra (2007-2021)
The Toyota Tundra models were optioned with several rear differential types. From our research the Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 rear differential has a fluid fill capacity of 3.6 - 3.8 liters (3.8 - 4.01 quarts).
The Toyota Tundra 4.6L V8 and 4.0L V6 models were optioned with a rear differential that has a fluid capacity of 4.0 - 4.6 liters (4.8 quarts). Typically, the 4.0 - 4.6-liter capacities were associated with 2WD model trucks. Please reference your vehicle owner's manual or service manual to confirm your exact rear end differential fluid capacity.
- 2007-2021 4WD Toyota Tundra models are typically 3.6 liters or 3.8 quarts
- 2007-2021 2WD Toyota Tundra models are typically between 4.0 - 4.6 liters or 4.2 - 4.8 quarts
3nd Gen XK70 Tundra (2022-2024)
- 2022-2024 4WD Toyota Tundra rear differential fluid capacity - 5.5 - 5.7 liters or 4.8 - 6.0 quarts
Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Change Intervals
When should you change your Toyota Tundra front and rear differential fluids? While it's always best to follow the manufacturers' recommendations, changing the fluid from around 50,000 miles to 60,000 miles should be acceptable under normal driving conditions. However, depending on your driving style the differential gear oils could be changed more frequently. For example, if the vehicle experiences aggressive driving, full-time/consistent 4WD engagement, off-roading, and frequent trailer pulling, you should service the differential fluids more frequently and as early as every 30,000 miles. Also, if using a cheaper, non-synthetic brand of fluid, the differential fluid will need to be changed more often. Following the recommended Toyota Tundra rear differential fluid change intervals and the recommendations noted here can eliminate and minimize mechanical issues and costly differential repairs.
Why Should Toyota Tundra Differential Fluid Be Changed?
Your differential contains numerous moving internal components, including bearings, pinion gears, and crown gears. These parts depend entirely on the lubrication film strength of the differential fluid for protection and longevity. During normal everyday driving, the differential fluid is subjected to high shear loads and various heat cycles. Over time, regular driving conditions can degrade the fluid, diminishing its lubricating properties and film strength. Running old differential fluid and gear oils can lead to wear on the differential bearings, pinion gears, and potentially cause other failures. To prevent differential failure, it is important to regularly change the Tundra differential fluid. Incorporating rear differential fluid changes into your routine maintenance will significantly extend the life of the rear differential, reduce driveline noises, chatter, and vibrations due to wear, and ensure the differential bearings and gears receive reliable, clean lubrication.
Why Choose Blauparts for All Your Vehicle Lubrication Needs?
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Technical Advantages:
- BLAU® differential fluid change kits conveniently include the correct fluids, gear oil, fluid specifications, and quantities for your vehicle's transfer case and differential fluid change needs
- All kits use differential and transfer case fluids that meet or exceed your vehicle manufacturer's specific fluid specification requirements
- Advanced gear oil and transfer case fluid formulation technologies engineered with improved lubricating properties
- High-quality fully synthetic gear oils and transfer case fluid formulations allow for extended service life, conserving Earth's resources
- Better extreme pressure (EP) properties, shear stability, lubricating film strength, and oxidation resistance even when exposed to high temperature and high load pressure
- Optimize driveline efficiency and fuel-saving characteristics with higher-quality gear oils and transfer case fluids
- Excellent cooling capacity for better driveline performance and less wear
- Low foaming properties and resistance to internal differential and transfer case fluid cavitation
- Great cold-temperature lubricating properties and flow for added driveline protection and efficiency during the cold driving phase
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