How do you change fluid in a 4Matic transfer case?
1) Put the vehicle LEVEL on jackstands. Remove engine/transmission shield with 8mm bolts. 2) Put jack under the transfer case, NOT the transmission, NOT the crossmember. USE a 2×4 so not to bend the “fins”. 3) Remove silver metal driveshaft shield with the two 13mm bolts.
How do you change transmission fluid in a Mercedes 4Matic?
1) Put the vehicle LEVEL on jackstands. Remove engine/transmission shield with 8mm bolts. 2) Put jack under the transfer case, NOT the transmission, NOT the crossmember. USE a 2×4 so not to bend the “fins”. 3) Remove silver metal driveshaft shield with the two 13mm bolts. You don’t have to remove the bolts, just loosen and slide the shield out.
How long does it take to change 4Matic fluid?
-Fluid transfer pump ($5 at harbor freight…any will work. If it fits on a bottle then great, otherwise no biggie.) -Patience…estimated time from start to cleaned up should be about 1hr 30mins first time. My next time will take me 45mins I bet.
1) Put the vehicle LEVEL on jackstands. Remove engine/transmission shield with 8mm bolts. 2) Put jack under the transfer case, NOT the transmission, NOT the crossmember. USE a 2×4 so not to bend the “fins”. 3) Remove silver metal driveshaft shield with the two 13mm bolts.
What causes a bad transfer case output shaft?
This is commonly caused by broken parts inside the transfer case that control this operation. The parts become worn out prematurely due to the leaking fluid caused in many cases by the output shaft seal. When the seal leaks, you will notice reddish looking fluid on the ground under your vehicle.
Where is the transfer case on a 4WD car?
As previously mentioned, the transfer case is found on vehicles with AWD or 4WD capability and is integral in allowing drivers to switch to these modes of operation. A typical 4WD transfer case is found at the rear of the transmission. It is powered by the transmission output shaft and operates much like a secondary transmission.
1) Put the vehicle LEVEL on jackstands. Remove engine/transmission shield with 8mm bolts. 2) Put jack under the transfer case, NOT the transmission, NOT the crossmember. USE a 2×4 so not to bend the “fins”. 3) Remove silver metal driveshaft shield with the two 13mm bolts. You don’t have to remove the bolts, just loosen and slide the shield out.