Rear Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant

To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle.
What to Use
To determine what kind of lubricant to use.
See also:
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the
area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or
stability system. Shift back and forth between
R (Reverse) and a forward gear, spinning ...
Rear Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from
the driver position. The rear door locks will also be disabled and only operate
from the driver door. This feature on ...
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the
right and the left speakers, push and release the
AUDIO knob until BAL (balance) displays.
Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right
or the left s ...
