Can you overfill differential fluid?
No, it’s really hard to overfill a differential with oil to cause a failure.
How to change rear differential fluid in a Silverado?
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What kind of diff fluid does a Chevy Tahoe use?
The PN# for the rear diff fluid in 2005 was 12378261 and the current numbers are posted above and also 88900401. Same 75W90 Synthetic. Alright folks the internet has resulted a lot of conflicting information/opinions on whether or not to use a gear oil with the limited slip additive on trucks with the G80 rear diff.
How to change rear diff Lube Chevy Tahoe?
Not gonna lie changing the 05’s rear diff lube for the first time in 183K was a PITA. The diff cover was so corroded I had to buy a replacement. Made the best effort with BC, CC, SG, MS, RB’s, PK’s, SP and finally a WDS.
How to check the oil on a differential and transfer case?
Just remove the fill plug and stick your finger on it to make sure the oil level is near the top of the hole. Use gear oil in the differential and automatic transmission fluid in the transfer case. Loading…
How big of a differential do I need for a Chevy Tahoe?
Make sure to use auto trak II blue fluid for the tcase, only use the gm fluid for these trucks in the transfercase. Fill level to the hole, I think the front takes 2qt rear 2.5 I’d buy 5qt your rear may take more since it’s an open carrier.
How do you change differential fluid on a Chevy?
Attach your hand pump to the container of new differential fluid. Hand pumps vary, but many are similar in use to a caulking gun. Slip the tube of grease into the hand pump with the nozzle end facing forward. Clip the plastic tip off the end of the differential fluid container and slip the hand pump’s hose end over it.
Not gonna lie changing the 05’s rear diff lube for the first time in 183K was a PITA. The diff cover was so corroded I had to buy a replacement. Made the best effort with BC, CC, SG, MS, RB’s, PK’s, SP and finally a WDS.
Is there drain plug for rear diff Chevy Tahoe?
The parts department at the dealer will be able to look up the correct fluid for the transfer case by your VIN. An 04 Tahoe will not have a drain plug for the rear diff so if you’re planning on doing this yourself you better go ahead and get a cover gasket for the rear diff to avoid any leaks.