Fluid - Transfer Case: Service and Repair

TRANSFER OIL ADJUSTMENT





1. INSPECT TRANSFER OIL
a. Remove the filler plug and gasket.
b. Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0.20 inch) of the bottom of the filler plug hole.

NOTICE:
- When replacing the oil, recheck the oil level after driving.
- Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause troubles.

c. When the oil level is too low, check for oil leakage.
d. Tighten the filler plug with a new gasket.
Torque: 37 Nm (377 kgf-cm, 27 ft. lbs.)
2. ADJUST TRANSFER OIL
a. Remove the filler plug and gasket then supply oil.

NOTICE:
- When supplying oil, pour slowly.
- Pour the oil in several stages allowing several minutes between each step.

HINT: The oil level should be within 5 mm (0.20 inch) of the bottom of the oil filler plug hole.

b. After leaving it alone for 5 minutes, check the oil level again.
c. Tighten the filler plug with a new gasket.
Torque: 37 Nm (377 kgf-cm, 27 ft. lbs.)