Chevrolet Suburban, GMT931 (USA / CAN)

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Chevrolet Suburban, GMT931 (USA / CAN) differential fluid capacity ranges from 1,43 to 3 liter. The data covers 3 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • Suburban 5.3 V8 (2007-2010)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,03-3 liter
  • Suburban 5.3 V8 AWD (2007-2010)
  • Front
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,43-1,73 liter
  • Code: (4x4)
  • Suburban 5.3 V8 AWD (2007-2010)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,03-3 liter

Additional Notes

  • The rear differential on the Chevrolet Suburban GMT931 5.3 V8 carries a capacity range of 2.03 to 3 liters under normal use conditions, a notably wide spread that reflects variation between the different rear axle assemblies fitted across the 2007-2010 model years.
  • The same 2.03 to 3 liter rear differential capacity applies to both the standard 5.3 V8 and the AWD variant of the 5.3 V8, meaning the rear axle specification is shared regardless of drivetrain configuration.
  • The front differential on the 5.3 V8 AWD holds between 1.43 and 1.73 liters under normal use conditions, a narrower range than the rear, which is consistent with the smaller housing typical of front differentials in full-size truck-based SUV platforms.
  • The front differential capacity of 1.43 to 1.73 liters on the AWD model is meaningfully lower than the rear differential range of 2.03 to 3 liters, reflecting the difference in physical size and load-bearing role between the two axles.
  • All three differential fluid entries across the 2007-2010 Suburban GMT931 5.3 V8 lineup are rated under normal use conditions, with no separate severe-use interval or capacity listed in the specifications.

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