Fluid - Transfer Case: Adjustments

VF4BM TRANSFER: TRANSFER OIL: ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTMENT





1. INSPECT TRANSFER OIL
(a) Remove the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) and gasket.
(b) Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the bottom of the case plug No. 1 (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 case plug No. 1 (filler plug) with a new gasket.
Torque: 37 Nm (377 kgf-cm, 27 ft-lbf)
2. ADJUST TRANSFER OIL
(a) Remove the case plug No. 1 (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 in.) 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 case plug No. 1 (filler plug) with a new gasket.
Torque: 37 Nm (377 kgf-cm, 27 ft-lbf)