Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Locating Rear Differential Fill Plug

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
1	Rear Differential Fill Plug CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tip: The fluid level should be level with the bottom of the threads of the fill hole. If the fluid level is low, refer to Differential Oil Replacement for the proper fill instructions and type of fluid. Tighten: 39 N.m (29 lb ft)

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure:
Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Rear Differential Fill Plug

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tip:

The fluid level should be level with the bottom of the threads of the fill hole.
If the fluid level is low, refer to Differential Oil Replacement for the proper fill instructions and type of fluid.

Tighten: 39 N.m (29 lb ft)