Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Draining and Filling: Material
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
ITEM SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL (US); CXY-75W140-1L (Canada) |
WSL-M2C192-A and GL-5 |
| Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 |
NOTE:
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) must be drained and refilled 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 or a repair is necessary.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
- Apply silicone sealant to the drain plug threads and install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 14 Nm (124 lb-in).
- Remove the fill plug and fill the PTU with specified lubricant.
- Apply silicone sealant to the fill plug and install the plug.
- Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
NOTE:
The fluid level must be even with the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on flat, level ground.