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On-Vehicle Inspection [08/2019 - ]: Procedure

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  1. CHECK TRANSFER OIL 
    1. Remove the filler plug and gasket.
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      *1 Filler Plug
    2. Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5.0 mm (0 to 0.196 in.) from the bottom lip of the filler plug hole.
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      If the result is not as specified, add transfer oil.

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      *a 0 to 5.0 mm

      Oil grade

      Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear Oil LF or Equivalent

      Viscosity

      SAE 75W

      NOTE:

      Too much or too little oil will lead to transfer problems.

    3. When the oil level is too low, check for oil leakage.
    4. Install a new gasket to the filler plug, and then install the filler plug.

      Torque: 37 N.m (377 kgf/cm, 27 ft.lbf)