Transfer Case Draining and Filling

For information on Ford Color Coded Illustrations refer to OEM Color Coding .

Materials 

Draining 

1. Follow the health and safety precautions. Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .
2. With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
3. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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4. Remove the PTU drain plug.

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5. Install the PTU drain plug.

   Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)

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Filling 

1. Remove the PTU fill plug.

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2. Fill the PTU with clean fluid, level with the fill plug opening.

   Material: Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant / XY-75W140-QL (WSL-M2C192-A)

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3. Install the PTU fill plug.

   Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)

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4. If equipped. Install the underbody shield.

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