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Changing oil in transfer case

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IMPORTANT: When changing the gear oil, it is necessary to delete the self-adapting wear values in the transfer case control unit.

Use only the approved GEAR OIL .

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer case!

NOTE: Only change the oil when the transfer box is at normal operating temperature.

Release oil filler plug (1) and oil drain plug (2).

Tightening torque: 33 Nm.

Pour in gear oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).

Fig 1: Oil Filler And Drain Plug
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Installation: 

Replace sealing rings.

Clean oil drain plug (2) and screw in.

Pour in gear oil up to lower edge of filler plug (1).

Tighten in filler screw (1).

Tightening torque: 33 Nm.