What kind of rear differential does the S2000 have?

The S2000 comes with a nice Torsen (geared TORque SENsing) limited slip differential (LSD). The problem with Torsen type differentials is if a driven wheel comes off the ground it acts like an open differential and spins the raised wheel while delivering no torque to the wheel on the ground.

How often should I change the differential fluid?

BTW it is recommended that you change your differential fluid every 15,000 miles. Here are a few things you need to order from a Honda parts store before you get started: A differential drain plug crush washer (Honda Part No. 90401-PCZ-003). Here are some other things you will need:

How do you drain the oil from the rear differential?

Place your mat and oil catch pan under the differential. Using the 24 mm socket, remove the differential drain plug. The oil will drain out fast, but even after it slows down, let it continue to drip. Remove the differential fill plug and wipe both plugs clean. Location of the drain and fill plugs.

How do you change the differential fluid on a Ford Ranger?

Open one of the containers of gear lubricant and attach the fluid pump. Pump a few squirts of new fluid into the differential through the fill hole in order to flush out some more old differential fluid. Wipe up any extra fluid and hand thread the drain bolt back in. Torque the bolt to 33 lb-ft.

How to remove rear differential?

Slide the differential forward to clear the diff’s rear studs then lower it with a floor jack. If you’re going to ship the differential remove the mounting brackets and the 4 studs at the rear of the diff. It will make for a smaller, lighter and more secure package.

Can I put an AP2 rear differential in an AP1?

The AP1 & AP2 differentials have different prop shaft yokes (the part that bolts to the prop shaft). The prop shaft bolts are a different size. If you want to put an AP2 diff in an AP1 you’ll have to swap the prop shaft yoke. Puddy Mod Racing did the swap for me.

How do you install front differential spacers?

These spacers are easy to install. You simply remove the driveshaft bolts, preferably with an impact wrench, pull the joint open by hand, insert the two halves of the spacers with the ridge facing the differential, install the provided longer bolts, lock washer and nut. The nuts have Locktite Blue pre-installed on their threads.