Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1411

Fig. 40: View Of Rear Axle Fill Plug
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

3. Install the fill plug.

Tighten: Tighten the fill plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.

REAR AXLE LUBRICANT REPLACEMENT (10.5 INCH AXLE)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Rear Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 41: View Of Rear Axle Fill Plug
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2. Remove the rear axle fill plug.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Rear Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 42: Locating Rear Axle Drain Plug
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

3. Remove the rear axle drain plug.

4. Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.

5. Inspect the drain plug for excessive metal particle accumulation. This accumulation is

symptomatic of extreme wear.

6. Clean the drain plug.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Rear Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Installation Procedure

Fig. 43: Locating Rear Axle Drain Plug
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Install the rear axle drain plug.

Tighten: Tighten the rear axle drain plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Rear Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado