Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
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IMPORTANT:
Use only drain and fill plugs that are made from aluminum. Steel or brass plugs are not compatible with the magnesium case.
- Install the drain plug.
Tighten
Tighten the plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Fill the transfer case to the bottom of the fill plug hole with DEXRON®-III, GM P/N 12346143 (Canadian P/N 10952622).
- Install the fill plug.
Tighten
Tighten the plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.