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Transfer Symptom Diagnosis

Before attempting to repair the transfer or related components for any reason other than mechanical failure, the condition and possible 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.

    For H25 engine model, refer to SERVICING M/T .

    For H27 engine model, refer to SERVICING M/T .

  2. Check transfer mountings for wear or looseness.
  3. Check gear shift control lever for distortion or excessive wear.

    After performing the above inspections, refer to the following diagnosis table.

    Fig 1: Transfer Case Symptom Diagnosis Table
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