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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009CORVETTE V8-7.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURES
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-7.0L
Procedures
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-7.0LSECTION Procedures
Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Clean any dirt from around the differential fill plug.
3. Remove the fill plug and washer from the differential.
4. Check the differential fluid level. it should be even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 6 mm (0.25 in) below the opening.
5. Add new fluid if necessary. For the recommended fluid, refer to Lubrication Specifications (Fluid Type Specifications).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
6. Install the fill plug and washer to the differential.
Tighten the differential fill plug to 35 Nm (26 lb ft).
7. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.