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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wooden Block
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Failure to follow the instructions below may result in damage to the TPMS.
NOTICE:
The TPMS
sensor is mounted to the valve stem. Removal of the valve stem requires
dismounting the tire from the wheel and removal of the TPMS sensor...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) seat shown, RH (right hand) seat similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the second row seat recline handle retaining clip...