Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Remove the drain plug (A) and wait for over 10 minutes until the oil is drained enough and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:

39.2 - 58.8 N.m (4.0 - 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 - 43.4 lb.ft)

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NOTE: The existing oil filler plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
Fill the transfer case with oil through the filler plug hole after removing the filler plug (A).
Recommended oil: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W/85 (SK HCT-5 75W/85 or equivalent)

Capacity: 0.65 1 (0.17 U.S.gal, 0.69 U.S.qt, 0.57 Imp.qt)

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Install the filler plug (A).
Tightening torque:

39.2 - 58.8 N.m (4.0 - 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 - 43.4 lb.ft)

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: The existing oil filler plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
Install the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")