CHEVROLET 2012 Colorado - Manual (Page 281)

Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual - 2012
Vehicle Care 10-31
A. Drain Plug
B. Fill Plug
If the level is below the bottom of
the fill plug hole, located on the
transfer case, some lubricant will
need to be added. Remove the plug
and 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
See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑12.
Front Axle
When to Check and Change
Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly
check the front axle fluid unless
there is a leak suspected or an
unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss
could indicate a problem. Have it
inspected and repaired.
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 filler plug hole, located on the
front axle, some lubricant may need
to be added.
When the differential is cold, add
enough lubricant to raise the level to
12 mm (1/2 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
See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑12.