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Transfer case level check

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Hemlocktherm78, May 31, 2018.

  1. May 31, 2018 at 3:47 PM
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    Hemlocktherm78

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    Hello,
    What is the procedure to check the transfer case fluid level?
    Same as the front/rear differentials?
    thanks
     
  2. May 31, 2018 at 4:34 PM
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    Pretend its your new girl friend... just stick your finger in there and hope it comes out wet.
     
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    ok. dumbfounded why it was over filled so much. probably .5-.75 qt came outta fill plug.
     
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    Drain it put in 1.1 Qts of straight 75W Toyota gear oil or similar like Ravenol
     
  8. Jun 2, 2018 at 12:57 PM
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    was in level garage. check with long level and a laser transom.
     
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    its right at full after checking it 2 different mornings. I havent put it in 4x4.
    why drain and refill if its full? Just to confirm it did have 1.1 qt?
     
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    Assuming you're doing it correctly, how does 3/4 quart get above the fill plug when capacity is 1.1?

    Transmission output-to-transfer case input seal leaking?
     
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  11. Jun 2, 2018 at 6:43 PM
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    Hemlocktherm78

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    good question. Is it possible for tranny fluid to get over there or is that like lochness monster?
     

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