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27 10 020 Installing replacement transfer case (ATC 400 X-Drive)

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IMPORTANT: After replacement, the "Repair" service function must be carried out with GT1.

Recycling: 

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil. Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: After completing work, check gear oil level and top up if necessary.
Filler plug (1):
Tightening torque: 27 2 7AZ, see 27 00 TRANSFER BOX IN GENERAL .
Gear oil level to lower edge of filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission oil. 

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

Fig 1: Oil Filler Plug And Oil Drain Plug
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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Convert following parts from previous transfer case to new transfer case.