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Checking/Correcting Transfer Case Oil Level

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Undo oil filler plug (1). Check transfer case oil level. If necessary, pour in gear oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1). See Fig 1 . Replace sealing ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filler Plug & Drain Plug
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