differential CHEVROLET ASTRO CARGO VAN 2005 2.G Owners Manual

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
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4.
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 ller plug
hole, you may need to add
some lubricant.When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant
to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the ller
plug hole.
When the differential is at operating temperature
(warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the
bottom of the ller plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. SeePart D: Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-29.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer toPart D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-29for more information.
Capacities and Specications
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant (R134a)
Front A/C 2.3 lbs 1.0 kg
Front and Rear A/C 3.0 lbs 1.4 kg
Cooling System
Without Rear Heater 13.5 qt 12.8 L
With Rear Heater 16.5 qt 15.6 L
Differential Fluid
Front Axle 2.6 pt 1.2 L
Rear Axle 3.5 pt 1.7 L
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