Bit required for diff fill/drain plug

[mreuter]

I am attempting to change the differential on my 2012 RAM 1500. I could not find anything hex, star, socket wrench that would fit the plugs. I stopped by Dodge and they looked at it and told me it requires an Allen Wrench. A BIG allen wrench. Does anyone know what size it requires or a suitable alternate to remove the plugs?

Thanks
Mark

 

[Nekozame]

Are you sure the end of a standard socket wrench doesn't fit?

Try a 1/2 inch drive or 3/4 inch drive?

 

[mreuter]

Nope, neither. It is definitely more of a hex shape.

 

[big_red06]

my 2014 and not sure if its the same as yours mine was a 14mm hex bit socket for a 1/2 in drive ratchet I bought it from my local parts store hope this helps

 

[big_red06]

this was in the DIY section and it helped me out a lot its by member R.L.K http://www.ramforum.com/f75/differential_oil_change-84221/