Power Transfer Unit Draining and Filling

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Materials 

Draining 

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
2. Remove the underbody shield. Refer to Engine Front Undershield .
3. Remove the PTU cooler to drain the fluid. Refer to Power Transfer Unit Cooler  .
4. Install the PTU cooler. Refer to Power Transfer Unit Cooler  .

Filling 

1. Remove the PTU fill plug.

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2. Fill the PTU with clean fluid, level with the fill plug opening. Refer to Specifications  .

   Material

   : Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant / XY-75W85-QL (WSS-M2C942-A)

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3. Install the PTU fill plug.

   Torque

   :Stage 1: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)

   Stage 2: 360°

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4. Install the underbody shield. Refer to Engine Front Undershield .