Transfer Oil Level Check

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Hoist vehicle.
Remove right and left engine under covers, and check oil leakage. If leakage exists, correct it.
Remove transfer oil level/filler plug (1), check for oil contamination, and that the oil is just below the oil level/filler plug hole (2).
If oil is excessively dirty or insufficient, replace oil or pour specified oil up to plug hole.
Apply sealant to thread of level/filler plug, and then tighten it to specified torque.
"A": Sealant 99000-31260 (SUZUKI Bond No. 1217G)

Tightening torque

Transfer oil level/filler plug (a): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lbf-ft)

Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Oil Level/Filler Plug
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Fig 2: Identifying Transfer Oil Level Mark And Filler Plug Hole
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