Silverado 1500 4WD V8-6.2L (2010)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
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, 9.5 Inch Axles) ()Rear Axle Housing Cover and
Gasket Replacement (10.5/11.5 Inch Axle) ().
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, 9.5 Inch Axles) ()Rear Axle Housing Cover and
Gasket Replacement (10.5/11.5 Inch Axle) ().
2. Fill the rear axle with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities (See: Specifications) and Adhesives, Fluids,
Lubricants, and Sealers (See: Specifications/Fluid Type Specifications).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
3. Install the rear axle fill plug and tighten to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).
4. Lower the vehicle.
Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle)
Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle)
Removal Procedure