MAINTENANCE
2.11
LUBRICATION / GREASE
POINTS
As shown on Page 2.7, there are only five grease
zerks on the Trail Blazer, two front ball joints, two on
theswingarepivots,andoneontherearaxlehousing.
Swing Arm Pivot
Each Side
Ball Joint Zerk
Each Side
Ball Joint Zerk
FRONT GEARCASE
LUBRICATION
(4X4)
The gearcase lubricant level should be checked and
changed in accordance with the maintenance
schedule.
G Be sure vehicle is level before
proceeding.
G Check vent hose to be sure it is
routed properly and unobstructed.
G The correct gearcase lubricant to
use is ATV Angle Drive Fluid (PN
2871653), or an equivalent lubricant
with a GL5 rating.
Fill plug
Make sure vent is unobstructed
Drain plug
ADF
Specified Lubricant:
ATV Angle Drive Fluid (PN 2871653)
Capacity: 4.0 Oz. (120ml.)
Drain Plug / Fill Plug Torque:
14 ft. lbs. (19.4 Nm)
FRONT GEARCASE SPECIFICATIONS
To check the level:
1. Remove the fill plug. Inspect the level of lube.
AddATVAngleDriveFluid(PN 2871653) until
level of fluidis flushwith the bottom of the fill plug
threads.
To change lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the
bottom and drain oil. Catch and discard used oil
properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drainplug usinga newsealing
washer .
3. Remove fill plug.
4. Add proper amount of lubricant.
5. Install fill plug.
6. Check for leaks.
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