Lincoln Aviator: Transfer Case / General Procedures - Transfer Case Fluid Level Check
Activation
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Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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Check the component for leaks.
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Transfer case Fluid Level Check should only be carried out if an oil leak was identified.
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NOTICE:
Only use the specified lubricant.
NOTE:
The transfer case should be in in-vehicle position.
Remove the filler plug and seal and add the specified
amount and type of oil through the filler plug hole until the level
reaches the bottom of the filler plug hole X: 0.25 inch.
Refer to: Specifications (307-07B Transfer Case, Specifications).
Activation
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-1018Installation Tube
205-1067Installer, Output Shaft AWD
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front door window regulator and motor.
Refer to: Front Door Window Regulator and Motor (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation)...
Overview
The front subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
aid in structural support.
provide mounting surfaces for the steering gear.
provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension lower
control arms, the engine mounts and for the front stabilizer bar...