Motor-Shift Lever
Transfer Gear Oil Inspection and Change1. Before changing or inspecting oil, be sure to stop engine and lift vehicle horizontally.
2. With vehicle lifted up, check oil level and leakage. If leakage exists, correct or repair it.
3. Remove drain plug (1), and drain old oil.
NOTE:
^ Whenever vehicle is hoisted for any service work other than oil change, check for oil leakage.
^ If water or rust is mixed in drained oil, be sure to check breather hose and boot of transfer.
4. Fill new specified oil as shown by specified amount (up to level hole).
Gear oil specifications
Oil grade: API GL-4
Viscosity: SAE 75W-90
Gear oil capacity 1.7 liters (3.6 / 3.0 US / Imp. pt)
5. Torque drain plug (1) and level / filler plug (2) as specified below after applying sealant to thread of plugs (1 and 2).
A: Sealant 99000-31110
Tightening torque
Oil drain plug and level / filler plug a: 23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 ft. lbs.)