Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement 8.0/8.6 Inch Axle

1. Raise 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 .
5. Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.

1. Install the rear axle cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement .
2. Fill the rear axle with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




3. Install the rear axle fill plug.

Tighten
Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.