How Often Should the Final Drive Oil Be Changed?
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The final drive oil can be changed every 80,000 to 100,000 kilometers. For specific models, please refer to the maintenance manual. Introduction to Final Drive Oil: The final drive is actually the part that connects the two rear wheels of a car. The correct technical term for the final drive is the final reduction gear. Final drive oil is the oil injected into those gears. 'Final drive oil' is just a colloquial term—it is essentially gear oil, also known as differential oil. Functions of Final Drive Oil: Final drive oil is used in various gear transmission devices to prevent tooth surface wear, scuffing, seizing, etc., thereby extending their service life and improving power transmission efficiency. Gear oil should have excellent anti-wear and load-bearing properties, as well as appropriate viscosity. Final drive oil should also possess good thermal oxidation stability, anti-foaming properties, water separation performance, and rust prevention capabilities.