LS MT240HE front axle oil level check

[frcnLS]

Have had a problem with the front differential spewing oil out of the vent cap on the right side. The manual says to check the oil level so that it is between the min and max markings on the dipstick.. Well, sure- I might be ugly, but I'm not stupid.. But is that checked with the dipstick screwed in or sitting offset on the top edge of the opening? Has anyone used the dipstick on both sides? Is that not done? Would it give a false reading? I ask because left compared to right, mine are very different. This model has no center drain plug- just one on each end. The left side (with the dipstick) is well up on the dipstick while the right side shows quite low. I even used a long bubble level to be sure I was on level ground out of paranoia.

 

[Robin Veerman]

The left side (with the dipstick) is well up on the dipstick while the right side shows quite low

…but you say the right side vent spews oil?