How can I change the fluid in my transfer case?
Your mechanic can check the fluid condition first and change it if it’s dirty. The transfer case or unit usually has two plugs: a fill plug above and a drain plug below. The fluid level and condition can be checked through the fill plug.
Why do I need to change my transfer case oil?
The products of wear mix with oil, and this causes gears and other internal components to wear faster. Toyota transfer case drain plug and fill plug. In many cars, a transfer case is located close to hot exhaust components; the heat also causes the fluid to deteriorate sooner.
How to change fluid in BMW X1 transfer case?
Torque values for 11AZ Drain and Fill Plugs is 60NM. Place drain pan under your transfer case and remove 14mm Allen fluid drain plug. Allow the fluid to drain completely.
Can a Toyota transfer case drain plug be changed?
The simple answer is no. Any mechanical device with moving or rotating parts wears out. The products of wear mix with oil, which causes the gears and other components to wear even faster. Toyota transfer case drain plug and fill plug.
Your mechanic can check the fluid condition first and change it if it’s dirty. The transfer case or unit usually has two plugs: a fill plug above and a drain plug below. The fluid level and condition can be checked through the fill plug.
How often should you change the transfer case oil?
In our opinion, even for normal driving conditions, the transfer case fluid should be changed at least every 60,000-70,000 miles or sooner if so recommended in the maintenance schedule. The fluid should also be changed if the transfer case has been submerged in water. Your mechanic can check the fluid condition first and change it if it’s dirty.
Where is the drain plug on a Toyota transfer case?
Toyota transfer case drain plug and fill plug. In many cars, a transfer case is located close to hot exhaust components; the heat also causes the fluid to deteriorate sooner. See this photo of the inside of a failed power transfer unit at 105,000 miles.
What kind of oil does a transfer case take?
In most vehicles, a transfer case is filled with a small amount of gear oil (usually SAE 75W-85, 80W-90 or 75W-140 grade). The transfer case of the Toyota FJ Cruiser in the photo, for example, takes only 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters) of SAE 75W gear oil. You can find the details in the “Specifications” section of the owner’s manual of your car.