Rear Drive Axle

1999 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Rear Drive Axle
Rear Differential Fluid Capacity/Type
Capacity 3.5
Note: Fill to bottom of fill hole.
Type SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant, GM P/N 1052271 or Equivalent
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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