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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012TRAVERSE AWD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSFER CASEDRAIN PLUGSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6L
Drain Plug: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Drain Plug Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the drain plug.
3. Remove the fill plug.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the drain plug.
Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution Component Fastener Tightening Caution.
2. Install the drain plug and tighten to 39 Nm (29 lb ft).
3. Fill the transfer case with lubricant to the bottom of the fill plug, or 1 Liter (34 oz). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Fluid Type Specifications for lubricant recommendation.
4. Clean the fill plug.
5. Install the fill plug and tighten to 39 Nm (29 lb ft).
6. 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.