Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Draining and Filling
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL 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 |
| Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 |
NOTE:
Do not service the PTU
fluid unless the vehicle is used in the Middle East or in countries where Middle East specification vehicles are sold and used off-road, in sand. For specific scheduled maintenance information, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide in the Owner's Literature.
NOTE:
The fluid that is removed may appear black and have a pungent odor. Do not mistake this for contaminated fluid. A new PTU
must be installed any time the PTU
has been submerged in water. If water has entered the PTU
, the fluid will appear milky in color.
NOTE:
Let the vehicle sit 10 minutes after the road test before checking the fluid level.
All vehicles
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
-
NOTE: Clean the area around the filler plug before removing.
Remove the filler plug.
PTUs without a drain plug
NOTE: The fluid capacity of the PTU is 0.53L (18 oz). - With the PTU fluid level even with the bottom of the fill opening, remove as much fluid as possible from the PTU using an Oil Suction Gun 303-D104 (D94T-9000-A).
- Refill the PTU fluid level even with the bottom of the fill opening and install the filler plug hand-tight.
- With the aid of an assistant, rotate the front tires a minimal of 3 times in the same direction.
- Remove the filler plug. Using an Oil Suction Gun 303-D104 (D94T-9000-A), remove as much fluid as possible from the PTU .
- Refill the PTU fluid level even with the bottom of the fill opening and install the filler plug hand-tight.
- With the aid of an assistant, rotate the front tires a minimal of 3 times in the same direction.
- Remove the filler plug. Using an Oil Suction Gun 303-D104 (D94T-9000-A), remove as much fluid as possible from the PTU
.
PTUs with a drain plug
NOTE: The fluid capacity of the PTU is 0.53L (18 oz). - Remove the drain plug.
- Apply silicone sealant to the drain plug threads and install the plug.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
All vehicles
- Fill the PTU with lubricant. The fluid must be even with the bottom of the fill opening.
- Apply silicone sealant to the filler plug threads and install the plug.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).