Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Draining and Filling - Automatic Transaxle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL (US); CXY-75W140-1L (Canada) (vehicles with the trailer towing option or 4:10 ratio) |
WSL-M2C192-A |
| Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 |
CAUTION:
New power transfer unit (PTU) lubricant must be added 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 AND LIFTING article.
- 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 (10 lb-ft).
- 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.