SERVICE INTERVALS
Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. On manual shift transfer case, oil the control lever pivot point. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be required in the case of frequent off-road use. Change transfer case fluid every 50,000 miles under normal servicing conditions.
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
Remove filler plug located on rear of transfer case. (Scheme 18) Fluid should be within.2" (5 mm) of bottom of filler plug hole. If fluid is low, fill with appropriate type fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUIDS. Reinstall filler plug. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Scheme 18
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| BW 4482 | Dexron-III ATF |
| NVG 246 | Auto-Trak II |
TRANSFER CASE FLUID TYPE
DRAINING & REFILLING
| CAUTION | Use only drain and fill plugs that are made from aluminum. Steel or brass plugs are not compatible with magnesium case. |
Note. When performing the following procedures, use only hand tools to remove and install drain and fill plugs.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove transfer case shield (if equipped). See «TRANSFER CASE SHIELD»(ref-155230-S39090941762003061100000) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove fill and drain plugs. (Scheme 18) Allow fluid to drain.
- Install drain plug. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-155230-S30893569392003061100000). Fill the transfer case to the bottom of the fill plug hole with appropriate fluid. See «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS»(ref-155230-S15605704862003061100000). Install fill plug. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-155230-S30893569392003061100000). Install the transfer case shield. See «TRANSFER CASE SHIELD»(ref-155230-S39090941762003061100000) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Lower vehicle.