Test Methods

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Check the transfer clutch pressure in accordance with the following chart in the same manner as with line pressure. Refer to LINE PRESSURE TEST .

ST 498897700 OIL PRESSURE ADAPTER SET
ST 498575400 OIL PRESSURE GAUGE ASSY
AWD mode: "D" range
FWD mode: "P" range, engine speed 2,000 rpm

NOTE: Before setting in FWD mode, install the spare fuse on FWD mode switch.

Fig 1: Installing Spare Fuse On FWD Mode Switch

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