F 350 4WD Pickup V8-351 5.8L VIN H EFI (1997)
Fluid - Transfer Case: Testing and Inspection
TRANSFER CASE WITHOUT PTO
Remove the fill plug from the rear transfer case. Fluid level should be just below the fill plug. If the fluid is below the level, fill with Motorcraft
MERCON ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent fluid to correct level. If vehicle is equipped with a PTO refer to the following procedure for
additional fluid fill requirements.
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A PTO
CAUTION: If the proper fill procedures are not followed, transfer case or PTO failure can result. A fill plug labeled FOR PTO FILL ONLY can be
found on the front of the transfer case.
NOTE: The 13-56 transfer case, when used with vehicles equipped with a PTO, requires 3.9 liters (4.1 quarts) more lubricant, bringing the total fill
capacity to 5.8 liters (6.1 quarts). Motorcraft MERCON ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent fluid is the required lubricant to be used in all
transfer cases.
1. Remove the fill plug labeled FOR PTO FILL ONLY from the front of the transfer case.
2. Fill with specified lubricant to the bottom of the fill plug hole.
3. Install fill plug and tighten to 9-23 Nm (7-17 ft. lbs.).
