NV243 Transfer Case - Fluid Drain And Refill

STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL










The fill (2)(Figure 1) and drain (3) plugs are both in the rear case.

1. Raise vehicle.
2. Position drain pan under transfer case.

NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the exhaust y-pipe at the exhaust manifold to properly access the fill and drain plugs. Lowering the exhaust will allow the plugs to be accessed for torquing during installation. Exhaust Pipe - Removal

3. Remove drain and fill plugs and drain lubricant completely.
4. Install drain plug. Tighten plug to 20-34 Nm (15-25 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove drain pan.
6. Fill transfer case to bottom edge of fill plug opening with Mopar(R) ATF +4, Automatic Transmission fluid.
7. Install and tighten fill plug to 20-34 Nm (15-25 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the exhaust y-pipe to the exhaust manifold, if removed. Exhaust Pipe - Installation
9. Wipe any excess fluid that may have spilled onto the exhaust.
10. Lower vehicle.