Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Canyon and 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 .
- Ensure the vehicle is level. Drive on hoist preferred for this model line to ensure accurancy in fluid levels.
- Inspect the front axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
- Remove the steering gear skid shield. Refer to Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (without ZR2)Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (with ZR2) .
- Clean the area around the front axle fill plug.
- Remove the front axle fill plug and the washer.
- Fabricate a dipstick from a pipe cleaner or similar item. Form the pipe cleaner into an "L".
- Insert the pipe cleaner into the fill plug opening with the stem "L" is facing down.
- Remove the pipe cleaner and measure the distance from the bend in the pipe cleaner to the lubricant level.
Specification
The oil level should be between 0-8 mm (0-0.4 in) below the fill plug opening.
- If the level is low, add fluid until the level is within the proper fluid level specification. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
- Install the fill plug and the washer and tighten the plug to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Install the steering gear skid shield. Refer to Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (without ZR2)Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (with ZR2) .
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Ensure that the pipe cleaner is resting on the bottom threads of the fill hole.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .