differential oil flow check valve replacement

2006 CHEVROLET UPLANDER
126,000 MILES • 3.5L • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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MIKECARP5177
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I have to change the versatrak differential fluid and with having the dash saying awd disabled, do i have to replace the differential oil flow check valve (its expensive) after the new fluid change.
Sep 5, 2015 at 6:27 PM
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no but you should have it scanned for codes because there may be amodule problem like abs
Sep 6, 2015 at 8:01 AM
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MIKECARP5177
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Thank you. Also can I use any type of gear oil?
Sep 6, 2015 at 9:06 AM
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HMAC300
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look in your manual for what type to use we only have a synthetic listing but not for limited slip. also you should get this scanned for codes because the pump may not be working as to what the problem really is. do that prior to replacing fluid.
Sep 6, 2015 at 10:52 AM
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