Change transfer box oil (ATC 13-1)

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Open the oil filler plug (1).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Vacuum the transmission oil from the transfer box (VTG) using special tool 0 493 337 (00 2 080) and special tool 2 457 963.

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Fill transmission oil with the special tool 0 493 337 (00 2 080) up to the lower edge of the opening for the oil filler plug.

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Replace the oil filler plug (1).

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Filling capacity of transfer box	Transfer-box oil	min. 0.71

Parts: Oil filler plug

Tighten the oil filler plug (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Oil filler and oil drain plugs M22	tightening torque	60 Nm

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING TRANSMISSION CROSS MEMBER .