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Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (G86)

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (G86) — figure 1
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (G86) — figure 1
  1. Position a drain pan under the rear differential carrier (1).
  2. Rear Axle Housing Drain Plug (2) » Remove
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (G86) — figure 2
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (G86) — figure 2
  1. Rear Axle Housing Fill Plug (1) » Remove
  2. Clean the rear axle housing drain and fill plugs. Allow the fluid to completely drain. Installation Procedure
  1. Rear Axle Housing Drain Plug (2) Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  2. Fill the rear differential carrier with the appropriate amount and type of axle lubricant: Approximate Fluid Capacities Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

  3. The gear lubricant level should be 0-5 mm(0.0-0.20 in) below the bottom of the fill plug opening.

  4. Rear Axle Housing Fill Plug (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  5. Lower the vehicle.