TRANSFER OIL ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT TRANSFER OIL


    1. A01ELNB

      Remove the No. 1 transfer case plug and gasket.

    2. A01EKXT

      Check that the oil level is between 0 and 5 mm (0 and 0.197 in.) from the bottom lip of the case plug hole.

      Note


      • When inspecting the transfer oil, make sure the vehicle is level.

      • An excessively large or small amount of oil may cause damage.

      • After adding oil, drive the vehicle and recheck the oil level.

    3. Check for oil leakage if the oil level is low.

    4. Install a new gasket onto the No. 1 transfer case plug and then tighten the plug.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }

  2. ADJUST TRANSFER OIL


    1. Remove the No. 1 transfer case plug and gasket.

    2. Add oil until the oil level is between 0 and 5 mm (0 and 0.197 in.) from the bottom lip of the case plug hole.

      Note


      • When adding transfer oil, make sure the vehicle is level.

      • Add oil slowly, waiting several minutes between each addition.

      • An excessively large or small amount of oil may cause damage.

      • After adding oil, drive the vehicle and recheck the oil level.

      Tech Tips


      • Oil grade
        API GL-5
        Viscosity
        Above 0°F(-18°C): SAE 90
        Below 0°F(-18°C): SAE 80W or 80W-90
        Capacity
        0.8 liters (0.84 US qts, 0.70 lmp.qts)

    3. After waiting for approximately 5 minutes, recheck the oil level.

    4. Install a new gasket onto the No. 1 transfer case plug and then tighten the plug.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }