Transfer Assembly Fluid Replacement

Transfer Assembly Fluid Replacement
1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil).





4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
5. Remove the filler plug (A) and sealing washer (B).





6. Refill the transfer assembly with the recommended fluid (hypoid gear oil) through the filler hole (C) until the fluid flows out. Use a SAE 90 or SAE 80W90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.

Viscosity
SAE 90: Above 0°F (-18°C)
SAE80W-90: Below 0°F (-18°C)

Transfer Fluid (Hypoid Gear 011) Capacity: 0.43 L (0.45 US qt) at fluid change

7. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer.