Procedures

Transfer Case Draining and Filling





1. NOTICE: Transfer case failure can result if the correct fill procedures are not followed.

NOTE: Position a suitable drain pan under the transfer case.

Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.

2. Clean and install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).

3. NOTICE: Incorrect fluid fill can result in transfer case failure.

NOTE: Fill the transfer case with the vehicle on a level surface. Make sure the fluid is level with the filler opening for the correct fluid level.

Clean the area around the fill plug. Remove the fill plug. Using a suitable oil suction gun, fill the transfer case to the correct level with the specified fluid.