2004 John Deer Buck Utility ATV 500, 500EX and 500EXT Service Manual, Page 204Get this manual
The rear axle assembly has two axles, differential, hitch and differential protectorEach axle assembly consists of an axle, housing and two bearingsDuring assemblyinstallation, use torque values and service products as in the exploded viewClean threads before applying thread locker All models
200 mL (6.8 U.Soz)
80W90 (API GL5)
Ensure vehicle is on level surfaceClean drain plug areaPlace drain pan under rear differential drain plug areaUnscrew filler plugRemove drain plug
Park machine on level surfaceClean filler plug prior to check oil levelCheck oil level by removing filler plugOil level must be between 25 and 32 mm (1.0 and 1.25 in below lower edge of filler holeIt is possible to verify the oil level by inserting wire with 90 bend through the filler holeV01H1MB