GMC 2013 GMC Savana, Owner'S Manual

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GMC Savana Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd Edition - 9/25/12
Vehicle Care 10-27
2. Fill Plug
If the level is below the bottom of
the fill plug hole, on the transfer
case, some lubricant will need to be
added. Add enough lubricant to
raise the level to the bottom of the
fill plug hole. Use care not to
overtighten the plug.
What to Use
Refer to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11 ‑ 12 to
determine what kind of lubricant
to use.
Front Axle
When to Check and Change
Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule
to determine how often to check the
lubricant and when to change it.
See
Maintenance Schedule on
page 11 ‑ 3 .
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the
vehicle should be on a level
surface.
If the level is below the bottom of
the fill plug hole, some lubricant
may need to be added.
When the differential is cold, add
enough lubricant to raise the level to
10 mm (3/8 in) below the fill
plug hole.
When the differential is at operating
temperature (warm), add enough
lubricant to raise the level to the
bottom of the fill plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11 ‑ 12 to
determine what kind of lubricant
to use.
Rear Axle
When to Check Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule
on page 11 ‑ 3 to determine how
often to check the lubricant.