1997 GMC Suburban Owner's Manual - Page 306

Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Four-wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. How to Check Lubricant Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to check the lubricant. See "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in the Index. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you'll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raisethe level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 6-24