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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1967 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT AXLE LUBRICANT LEVEL INSPECTION (9.25 INCH AXLE)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.25 Inch Axle)

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.25 Inch Axle)
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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Make sure the vehicle is level.
  3. Inspect the front axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
  4. Clean the area around the front axle fill plug.
    5. Fig 1: Front Axle Fill Plug
    GM1689729Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the front axle fill plug (1).
  6. Inspect the oil level.

    Specification 

    The 9.25 inch axle the oil level should be between 0-6 mm (0-0.25 in) below the fill plug opening.

  7. If the level is low, add oil until the level is between 0-6 mm (0-0.25 in) for the 9.25 inch axle. Use the correct fluid. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
    8. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  8. Install the fill plug and tighten to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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