Transfer Symptom Diagnosis

Before attempting to repair the transfer or related components for any reason other than mechanical failure, the condition and probable causes should be identified.

Transfer failures are revealed by shifting difficulties such as excessive shifting effort, gear clash, or gear grinding. When any of these conditions occur, the following inspections should be made before disassembling the transfer.

1. Check transfer oil level for insufficient or incorrect oil. See CHANGING FLUID .
2. Check transfer mountings for wear or looseness.
3. Check gearshift control lever for distortion or excessive wear.

Fig 1: Transfer Symptom Diagnosis Chart

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