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SSGUNNER · 07-17-2013, 03:23 PM

UnEasy Rider · 07-25-2013, 10:26 AM

Pardon my ignorance, but what does the tranny have to do with the dif oil?

V8 M6 LSD here....

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 07-25-2013, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by UnEasy Rider

Pardon my ignorance, but what does the tranny have to do with the dif oil?

V8 M6 LSD here....

By reading the earlier posts, you would clearly see why:

ALL V-8 models and the M6 V-6 models require additive in the rear diff fluid.

V-6 A6 cars do not require the additive.

John B.

MMC · 07-25-2013, 11:31 AM

The v6 auto cars have an open differential the remainder have a limited slip with a clutch pak.

freedomintheskies · 07-29-2013, 02:35 PM

We are getting conflicting opinions here... Some say the V-8 has a clutch pack and some say it is the newer knuckle type. Then there are the statements (above) saying the V-6 units are open diffs and don't need the additive.

I checked with the dealer today and they told me it is not required, based on my VIN #. I bought a bottle anyway, figuring it would not hurt the diff, only my wallet. - @ $8.95 per bottle, it's pretty cheap insurance.
It's safe to say that the vehicle should be fully warmed up prior to dropping the fluid, in order to get any contaminants into suspension.
Comments

, of course.
CHeerz!

07-17-2013, 03:23 PM	#29
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07-25-2013, 10:26 AM	#30
UnEasy Rider Drives: 2012 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Center, TX Posts: 154 View My Garage	Pardon my ignorance, but what does the tranny have to do with the dif oil? V8 M6 LSD here.... __________________ Who owns this car with the Peace Sign, Mag Wheels, and 6 on the floor?

07-25-2013, 11:31 AM	#32
MMC Drives: CGM 2SS/RS, 1987 & 2014 Silverado Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Spencerport, NY Posts: 1,012	The v6 auto cars have an open differential the remainder have a limited slip with a clutch pak. __________________

07-29-2013, 02:35 PM	#33
freedomintheskies Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 59 View My Garage	We are getting conflicting opinions here... Some say the V-8 has a clutch pack and some say it is the newer knuckle type. Then there are the statements (above) saying the V-6 units are open diffs and don't need the additive. I checked with the dealer today and they told me it is not required, based on my VIN #. I bought a bottle anyway, figuring it would not hurt the diff, only my wallet. - @ $8.95 per bottle, it's pretty cheap insurance. It's safe to say that the vehicle should be fully warmed up prior to dropping the fluid, in order to get any contaminants into suspension. Comments , of course. CHeerz! __________________ Live in peace but defend it...Embrace it but never take it for granted...