Differential seal

1997 CHEVROLET ASTRO
V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SEBLICAR
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How do you change the rear and front seals? Is there a oil filler hole on both diffs?
Aug 11, 2011 at 8:35 PM
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Sorry, it's suppose to be a Silverado, not an astro.
Aug 11, 2011 at 8:38 PM
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RASMATAZ
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No there's no oil filter on it that's involved the differentials
Aug 11, 2011 at 10:01 PM
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There is a 3/8 square plug the is removeable with a rachet. Located on the passenger side of the rear differential. This is where you refill it.
Aug 11, 2011 at 10:33 PM
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On the front differential has 1 too.
Aug 11, 2011 at 10:36 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You got a refill and drain plug-drain it and replenish it and see what happens
Aug 11, 2011 at 10:36 PM
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Alright, Where can I find a gasket for a Z71? I'm not finding anything really.
Aug 12, 2011 at 12:55 AM