Transfer Cover Oil Seal Replacement

Special Tools Required 

• Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
• Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 65 mm 07JAD-SH3010A

1. Remove the transfer assembly (see TRANSFER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL  ).
2. Remove the transfer cover (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the O-ring (C) from the transfer cover.
   Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Cover, Transfer Housing And O-Ring With Mounting Bolts

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3. Remove the oil seal (A) from the transfer cover.
   Fig 2: Removing Oil Seal From Transfer Cover

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4. Drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil) from the transfer housing.
5. Install a new oil seal (A) in the transfer cover (B) to a height (C) of 0-1 mm (0-0.04 in) above the transfer cover surface using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 65 mm oil seal driver attachment.
   Fig 3: Installing Oil Seal In Transfer Cover

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6. Install a new O-ring (A) on the transfer cover (B), then install the transfer cover on the transfer housing (C).
   Fig 4: O-Ring, Transfer Cover And Transfer Housing With Torque Specifications

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7. Remove the filler plug (A), then refill the transfer assembly with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil). Use an SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.

   Viscosity: 

   SAE 90: Above 0°F (-18°C) 

   Transfer Fluid (Hypoid Gear Oil) Capacity: 0.45 L (0.48 US qt) 

   Fig 5: Filler Plug With Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications

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8. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer (B).
9. Install the transfer assembly (see TRANSFER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION  ).