Transfer Oil: Adjustment

INSPECT TRANSFER OIL
1. Remove the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) and gasket.
2. Check that the oil level is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the bottom of the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) hole.
  NOTE:
  - When replacing the oil, recheck the oil level after driving.
  - Excessively large or small quantities of oil may cause troubles.
  Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Oil Level
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3. When the oil level is too low, check for oil leakage.
4. Tighten the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) with a new gasket.
  Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf)
ADJUST TRANSFER OIL
1. Remove the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) and gasket then supply oil.
  NOTE:
  - When supplying oil, pour slowly.
  - Pour the oil in several stages allowing several minutes between each step.
  HINT:
  
  The oil level should be within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the bottom of the oil filler plug hole.
2. After leaving it alone for 5 minutes, check the oil level again.
3. Tighten the case plug No. 1 (filler plug) with a new gasket.
  Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf)