Transfer Case Fluid

Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Case Fill & Drain Plugs

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CAUTION:

NOTE:

Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.

Fig 2: Identifying Transfer Case Drain Plug
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- Clean and install the drain plug after fluid is drained.
  NOTE:
  - Clean the area around the fill plug.
Remove the fill plug and fill the transfer case.

Fig 3: Identifying Transfer Case Fill Plug
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1. Specified Oil
  1. ATF TYPE M-III or equivalent (e.g. MERCON)
CAUTION:
- The fluid level must be just below the fill plug hole. Because you and reach the fluid with a finger does not mean the fluid is at the correct level. Make sure the fluid level is level with the filler opening for the correct fluid level.
Check the fluid level.

Fig 4: Checking Transfer Case Fluid Level
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1. The total transfer case fill capacity is 1.2 liter (2.5 pints).
Install fill plug.

Fig 5: Installing Fill Plug
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