Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Draining and Filling - Manual Transaxle: Material

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MATERIALS

Item	Specification
Motorcraft 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL	WSP-M2C197-A

CAUTION: New transfer case lubricant must be installed any time the transfer case has been submerged in water.

NOTE: The transfer case is lubricated for life and is not to be checked unless a leak is suspected. To drain the transfer case fluid, the transfer case must be removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU) - MANUAL TRANSAXLE .

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .

CAUTION: Transfer case failure can result if the correct fill procedures are not followed.

NOTE: The fluid level must be even with the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on flat, level ground.

Fig 1: Removing Fill Plug And Fill Transfer Case With Rear Axle Lubricant

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the fill plug and fill the transfer case with rear axle lubricant.
Install the fill plug and gasket.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).