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Question posted by charlietulloch829 on September 3rd, 2015

Rear End On A 2001 Gmc Sonoma

how do i check the rear end fluid on a 2001 gmc sonoma,4wd.i cant find the plug

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on September 3rd, 2015 11:12 AM

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See the video here www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2FDJkGJEik for the Differential fluid check.

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

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Owner's Manual - Page 218

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Owner's Manual - Page 253

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Owner's Manual - Page 260

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Owner's Manual - Page 285

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