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Power Transfer Unit Fluid Level Check

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Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant XY-75W85-QL WSS-M2C942-A

Check 

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. If equipped, remove the underbody shield.
    GFD620914Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Remove the PTU fill plug.
    GFD620919Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Fill the PTU with clean fluid, level with the fill plug opening. Refer to: Specifications .

    Material: Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant / XY-75W85-QL (WSS-M2C942-A)

    GFD621052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the PTU fill plug.

    Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)

    GFD620919Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. If equipped, install the underbody shield.
GFD620914Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY