Express 1500 AWD V8-5.3L (2008)
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Clean the area around the rear axle fill plug.
3. Remove the rear axle fill plug.
4. Remove the rear axle cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) (See: Differential Cover/Service and
Repair/Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle))Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.75, 10.5 and
10.75 Inch Axles) (See: Differential Cover/Service and Repair/Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.75, 10.5 and 10.75 Inch
Axles)) .
5. Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the rear axle cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) (See: Differential Cover/Service and
Repair/Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle))Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.75, 10.5 and
10.75 Inch Axles) (See: Differential Cover/Service and Repair/Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.75, 10.5 and 10.75 Inch
Axles)) .
2. Fill the rear axle with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants (See:
Specifications/Fluid Type Specifications/Rear Drive Axle) .