Rear Axle - Pontiac 2001 Firebird Owner's Manual

When to Check and What to Use
See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for
information on location.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often you should check the fluid level in your clutch
master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See
"Owner Checks and Services" and "Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.
How to Check and Add Fluid
The proper fluid should be added if the level is below
the plastic step on the reservoir. See the instructions on
the reservoir cap.

Rear 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 "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index.
How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you'll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
What to Use
Standard Differential
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Use SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant
(GM Part No. 12378261) or equivalent meeting
GM Specification 9986115.
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Limited
Slip Differential
To add lubricant when the level is low, use SAE 75W
Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261)
or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115.
To completely refill after draining, add 4 ounces (118 ml)
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of Limited Slip Differential Lubricant Additive
(GM Part No. 1052358) or equivalent. Then fill to
the bottom of the filler plug hole with the Synthetic
Gear Lubricant.
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90
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