Transfer Case Fluid Level Check

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Check

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .
NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.

Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING - OVERVIEW .
Check the component for leaks.
Transfer case Fluid Level Check should only be carried out if an oil leak was identified.
Remove the bolts and the transfer case damper assembly.

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NOTE: Only use the specified lubricant.

NOTE: The transfer case should be installed in the vehicle for this procedure.
- Clean the fill plug and the area around fill plug. Remove the fill plug.
- Fill the specified amount of oil through the filler plug hole until the level reaches the bottom of the filler plug hole X: 0.25 inch. Refer to: Specifications .
  Torque: 142 lb.in (16 Nm)
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Install the transfer case damper assembly.
Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

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