Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
Clean the area around the front axle fill plug and the drain plug.
Remove the fill plug.

Fig 1: Front Drive Axle Lubricant Drain Plug

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Remove the drain plug.
Drain the fluid from the front differential carrier assembly.