Transfer Case Draining and Filling

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Position a suitable container under the transfer case.
Remove the drain plug and drain the transfer case.

Fig 1: Locating Drain Transfer Case
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: If the correct fill procedures are not followed, a transfer case failure can result.

NOTE: Fluid level must be just below the fill plug.

Remove the fill plug from the rear of the transfer case and fill the transfer case with the specified fluid.
- If the fluid is below the level, fill with MERCON® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Fill Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Do not use air tools.

Tighten the drain and fill plugs to specification.
- Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Drain And Fill Plugs
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.