Model Identification

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 GMC Safari and 1995 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Series ⁽¹⁾

Model

"L"

AWD Astro & Safari

"M"

2WD Astro & Safari

⁽¹⁾	Fifth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is stamped on a metal pad on top left end of instrument panel, near windshield.

NOTE: Axle ratio can be identified by the first 3 characters of code that is stamped on axle tube. Refer to the appropriate AXLE RATIO IDENTIFICATION table. Drive axle is match-balanced with pinion flange (creates a harmonic member that reduces driveline vibration). When replacing ring and pinion gear set, pinion flange assembly, or pinion bearings, replace entire axle assembly with a match-balanced axle assembly.