Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)

Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the fill plug.




3. Remove the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (Service and Repair) .



Installation Procedure





1. Install the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (Service and Repair) .
2. Fill the rear axle housing.

* Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .
* For the correct capacity, refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

3. Install the fill plug.

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