- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the front differential carrier shield, if equipped. Refer
to
Shield Replacement
.
- Remove the front axle
filler plug from the front axle housing.
- Inspect the oil level. The oil level should be even with the bottom
of the front axle housing oil filler plug hole. If the oil level is low and
no oil leaks exist, add oil using 80W-90 GL5 lubricant GM P/N 1052271,
or equivalent. Refer to
Lubrication Specifications
.
- Install the filler plug. Refer to
Lubricant Change
.
- Install the front differential carrier shield. Refer to
Shield Replacement
.
- Lower the vehicle.