How to replace the rear differential cover and gasket on Chevrolet Astro?

Vehicle elevation along with clearing of the rear axle cover area should precede the replacement procedure. Put a container beneath the axle housing to catch the lubricant after removing the rear axle cover bolts. You need to gently remove the rear axle cover while draining lubricant from the axle housing before taking off the fill plug. Before fitting the new gasket and rear axle cover the surfaces of the axle housing and the rear axle cover need cleaning. The rear axle cover bolts should get tightened to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) across the pattern while working in a crosswise fashion. You should apply the correct fluid to the axle housing before placing the fill plug in position and tightening it to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.). Finally, lower the vehicle.

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Chevrolet Astro Axle Cover, Rear Part Number: 12471370
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover, Rear Axle Housing; Rear Cover; Axle Housing Rear Cover; Cover
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 26045427, 26045428
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS

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This Differential Cover is essential part that emphasizes on the dependability and power of Chevrolet Astro models that were manufactured between 1985 and 2005. This is an important part because it ensures acceptable technical condition of the differential by preventing leakage of the lubricant and preserving clean inside gear surfaces of the ring-and-pinion assembly. The Differential Cover comes in different choices: steel, aluminum and cast iron; this accommodates practically, as well as customers' taste in terms of performance and appearance. This applicability to both the Chevrolet Astro passenger and cargo models is evident, which asserts the significance of its role towards the vehicle's utility and safety. The Differential Cover also offers a way for owners to add a more durable and long-lasting piece under their vehicle and helps the vehicle to tow up to 5,500 pounds by offering a perfect protection for the differential. Extraordinary facets for example chrome as well as powder coated come in handy increase on special features and durability. The Chevrolet Astro continues to mow as a model par excellence as far as solid engineering is concerned, and the Differential Cover is a testimony to Chevrolet's principle to preserving quality and performance oriented product in the automotive industry. Differential Cover plays an important role in the performance and life of the Chevrolet Astro car, and with the backing of customers, Chevrolet must make sure that the Astro offers what people want and need in a car.

Chevrolet Astro Differential Cover Parts and Q&A

Axle Cover, Rear
12471370
Q: How to replace the rear differential cover and gasket on Chevrolet Astro?
A:
Vehicle elevation along with clearing of the rear axle cover area should precede the replacement procedure. Put a container beneath the axle housing to catch the lubricant after removing the rear axle cover bolts. You need to gently remove the rear axle cover while draining lubricant from the axle housing before taking off the fill plug. Before fitting the new gasket and rear axle cover the surfaces of the axle housing and the rear axle cover need cleaning. The rear axle cover bolts should get tightened to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) across the pattern while working in a crosswise fashion. You should apply the correct fluid to the axle housing before placing the fill plug in position and tightening it to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.). Finally, lower the vehicle.