Limited Slip diff?

[96SE]

Hey there,

 

I have a 96 SE model, automatic, 4x4, 3.3L. I want to change all the drivetrain fluids (trans, t-case, and rear diff) but I'm not sure how to tell if the rear differential is limited slip or not. The manual has nothing on the topic. Any tips?

 

Also, any tips/tricks/hints/warnings about changing any/all of the above fluids?

Thanks

 

Adam

[89_trailboss]

1) sticker on diff. LSD or LSD OIL ONLY

 

2) spin check. if both rear wheels spin the same way, LSD. if one spins opposite, open diff or worn out LSD

 

the only oil to change that is a PITA is the trans. unless you have a drain plug. otherwise you have to undo the bolts holding the pan on.

[5523Pathfinder]

Yeah, check for a sticker on the diff. Or you can have a little fun and try to do a burnout, or go around a corner and accelerate and see 1 wheel spins your you slide sideways. My SE with power everthing and a 5-speed didnt have a limited slip, but I slipped in a Lockright locker later on. Ever get a pathy on 33's into a full sideways drift and pull out, I have! Very interesting!

[lewisnc100]

There's codes printed on top of the diff that will tell you as well. See this thread:

 

http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=10787

[cdhicks99]

BTW welcome to the forums

[96SE]

Thanks for the help guys. I'll have the back end up on axle stands this weekend to work on the swaying/wobbling problem, and I'll do the wheel turning trick to find out.

Thanks for the welcome too!

[96SE]

So it turns out I do have a limited slip, even without the offroad package. Or maybe I have the offroad package and don't know it

http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=10787