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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Rear Axle Drain Plug And Seal
    GM4291611Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  1. Install the drain plug (1) and seal (2), then tighten to 39 N.m (29 lb ft).
  2. Fig 2: Rear Axle Fill Plug And Seal
    GM4291612Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the fill plug (1) and seal (2) from the rear differential housing.
  4. Fill the rear differential with the proper synthetic gear lubricant. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers , Approximate Fluid Capacities 
  5. Inspect the gear oil level to ensure it is even with the bottom of the fill plug hole.
  6. Fig 3: Rear Axle Fill Plug And Seal
    GM4291612Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the fill plug (1) and seal (2) in the rear differential housing and tighten to 39 N.m (29 lb ft).
  8. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.