Checking the Axle Breather

wv mm 35.03.000

Note: For component locations, see Fig. for a Detroit axle or Fig. for a Meritor axle.

The axle housing breather must remain unobstructed. Whenever the axle lubricant level is checked, also check that the axle breather is open. Check more often under poor operating conditions. If the breather is plugged, clean or replace it as needed.

  • Front View

  • Rear View

  1. Breather Hose

  2. Axle Housing Breather

  3. Oil Drain Plug

  4. Oil Fill Plug

Fig. 1, Component Locations, Detroit Axle

  1. Ratio Tag

  2. Drain Plug

  3. Limited Slip Lubrication Tag

  4. Filler Plug

  5. Model Number

  6. Axle Housing Breather

  7. Manufacturing Date

  8. Part Number

Fig. 2, Rear Axle Differential, Meritor Axle

Note:
Parent topic: Rear Axle
Document Number: 0000116643
Manual Publication Date: 2024-05-14
Topic Publication Date: 2024-11-19