GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 599396  Size: SH
(1)Rear Axle Ratio
(2)Build Source (C = Buffalo; K = Canada)
(3)Julian Date
(4)Shift Built (1 = First; 2 = Second)

All rear axles are identified by a broadcast code on the right axle tube near the carrier. The rear axle identification and manufacturer's codes must be known before attempting to adjust or to repair axle shafts or the rear axle case assembly. Rear axle ratio, differential type, manufacturer, and build date information is stamped on the right axle tube on the forward side.

In order to verify reports made on rear axle assemblies, include full code letters and build date numbers.

Dana/Spicer® Rear Axle Differential Carrier ID


Object Number: 200587  Size: SH
(1)Dana® Part Number
(2)Customer Part Number (Optional)
(3)Julian Date Code
(4)Line Set Number (Optional)
(5)Last Six Digits of Vehicle Serial Number (Optional)

Axle Housing

Dana/Spicer® Rear Axle ID


Object Number: 200582  Size: SH
(1)Dana® Part Number
(2)Customer Part Number (Optional)
(3)Model
(4)Julian Date Code
(5)Line Set Number (Optional)
(6)Last Six Digits of Vehicle Serial Number (Optional)

The housing tag is the same type of tag used for the Differential Carrier.