Transfer Case Fluid Replacement
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the transfer case drain plug (1) and drain the fluid.
- Apply pipe sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the threads of the transfer case drain plug.
- Install the transfer case drain plug (1).
Tighten: Tighten the transfer case drain plug to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Remove the transfer case fill plug (2).
- Fill the transfer case to the bottom of the fill hole with manual transmission and transfer case fluid. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Apply pipe sealant G/M P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the threads of the transfer case plug.
- Install the transfer case fill plug.
Tighten: Tighten the transfer case fill plug to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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