Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Draining and Filling - Manual Transaxle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL (US); CXY-80W90-1L (Canada) | WSP-M2C197-A |
CAUTION:
New power transfer unit (PTU) lubricant must be installed any time the PTU has been submerged in water.
NOTE:
The power transfer unit (PTU) is lubricated for life and is not to be checked unless a leak is suspected.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the fill plug and fill the PTU with rear axle lubricant.
- Install the fill plug and gasket.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
NOTE:
The fluid level must be even with the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on flat, level ground.