GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 HUMMER 🢒 2009 🢒 H2 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Front Drive Axle 🢒 Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Make sure the vehicle is level.
  3. Inspect the front axle for leaks. Repair as necessary.
  4. Remove the engine protection shield (if equipped). Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.

    5. Object Number: 865996 Size: SH
  5. Clean the area around the front axle fill plug (1).
  6. Remove the front axle fill plug (1).
  7. Inspect the oil level.

    8. Specification
    The oil level should be between 0-10 mm (0-0.375 in) below the fill plug opening.

  8. If the level is low, add oil until the level is even with the bottom edge of the fill plug opening. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.

    9. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  9. Install the fill plug and tighten to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).
  10. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
  11. Lower the vehicle.