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Front Axle Lubricant Replacement

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Ensure that the vehicle is level.
  3. Remove the steering gear skid shield. Refer to Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (without ZR2)Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (with ZR2) .
    4. Fig 1: Drain Plug
    GM3813891Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the drain plug (1).
  5. Drain axle fluid into a suitable container.
    6. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  6. Install the drain plug and tighten to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
    7. Fig 2: Fill Plug
    GM3813890Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the fill plug (1).
  8. Fill the drive axle with the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
  9. Inspect the fluid level. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection .
  10. Install the fill plug and tighten to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
  11. Install the steering gear skid shield. Refer to Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (without ZR2)Steering Gear Skid Shield Replacement (with ZR2) .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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