Equinox AWD V6-3.4L VIN F (2006)
6. Using a length of heavy mechanics wire or equivalent, position a 90 degree bend approximately 25 mm (1 inch) from the end of the wire.
7. Place the angled end of the wire into the fluid fill plug hole.
8. Rest the wire squarely on the threads of the fill plug hole.
9. Remove the wire and measure the distance between the bend and the fluid level as indicated by the witness mark.
The distance from the bend to the witness mark should be 8 - 17 mm (0.32 - 0.68 inch).
10. Adjust the fluid level as required by adding or removing fluid GM P/N 12378514 (Canadian P/N 88901045).
11. Thoroughly clean the fill plug threads and apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the threads.
12. Install the rear drive module fill plug.
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Tighten the fill plug to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
13. Lower the vehicle.
