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On-Vehicle Inspection [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

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  1. CHECK TRANSFER OIL 
    1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface.
    2. Using a 10 mm straight hexagon wrench and 10 x 12 mm long offset wrench, remove the No. 2 transfer case plug (for filler) and gasket.
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    3. Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5.0 mm (0 to 0.196 in.) from the bottom lip of the No. 2 transfer case plug (for filler) hole.

      If the result is not as specified, add transfer oil.

      Oil grade

      Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT API GL-5 or equivalent

      Viscosity

      SAE 75W-85

      NOTE:
      • When adding oil, pour it slowly.
      • Too much or too little oil will lead to transfer problems.
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      *a 0 to 5.0 mm (0 to 0.196 in.)
    4. If the oil level is low, refill oil after checking for oil leaks.
    5. Using a 10 mm straight hexagon wrench, 12 mm hexagon socket wrench and 10 x 12 mm long offset wrench, install a new gasket into the No. 2 transfer case plug (for filler) and then install the No. 2 transfer case plug (for filler).
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      *1 10 mm Straight Hexagon Wrench
      *2 12 mm Hexagon Socket Wrench
      *3 10 x 12 mm Long Offset Wrench

      Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 28 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where a offset wrench is combined with a torque wrench (Refer to PRECAUTION [12/2012 - ] ).

      HINT: 

      When tightening, combine the offset wrench with the torque wrench so that they are in a straight line.