DRAIN & REFILL

Once every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), the oil in the transfer case should be changed.

1. The transfer case oil should be hot before it is drained. If the engine is at normal operating temperature, the oil should be hot enough.
2. Raise the van and support it properly on jackstands so that you can safely work underneath. You will probably not have enough room to work if the van is not raised.
3. Remove the filler plug from the side of the case. There will be a gasket underneath this plug. Replace it if damaged.

   Fig. 1: Loosen and remove the filler plug before the drain plug

4. The drain plug is located on the bottom of the transfer case. Place a pan under the drain plug and remove it. Keep a slight inward pressure on the plug while unscrewing it, this will keep the oil from pouring out until the plug is removed.

   Fig. 2: Remove the drain plug without stripping the outside of the nut

   CAUTION
   The oil will be HOT. Be careful when you remove the plug so that you don't take a bath in hot gear oil.

5. Allow the oil to drain completely. Clean off the plug and replace it, tightening it until it is just snug 29 ft. lbs. (39 Nm).

   Fig. 3: Be careful when you remove the plug . . .

   Fig. 4: . . . the fluid will come out very quickly

6. Fill the transfer case with gear oil through the filler plug hole as detailed previously. Refer to the Capacities chart for the amount of oil needed to refill your transfer case.

   Fig. 5: Inspect and discard the gasket if deteriorated

7. The oil level should come right up to the edge of the hole. You can stick your finger in to verify this. Watch out for sharp threads.

   Fig. 6: Fill the transfer case through the filler hole until fluid starts to flow out

8. Replace the filler plug and gasket, tighten to 29 ft. lbs. (39 Nm), lower the van, and check for leaks. Dispose of the old oil in the proper manner.