FJ Cruiser 4WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2007)
Fluid - Transfer Case: Service and Repair
VF2A Transfer
TRANSFER OIL
INSPECTION
1. CHECK TRANSFER OIL
(a)
Remove the case plug (for filler) and gasket.
(b) Check that the oil level is between 0 to 5.0 mm (0 to 0.20 in.) from the bottom lip of the case plug (for filler) hole.
If the result is not as specified, add transfer oil.
Oil grade: GL-3
Viscosity: SAE 75W-90
Standard capacity: 1.0 liter (1.1 US qts, 0.9 Imp. qts)
NOTICE:
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After changing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.
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Too much or too little oil will lead to transfer problems.
(c)
When the oil level is too low, check for oil leakage.
(d) Install a new gasket into the case plug (for filler) and then tighten the plug.
Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf)
2. ADD TRANSFER OIL
(a)
Remove the case plug (for filler) and gasket.
(b) Pour oil so that the oil level is between 0 to 5.0 mm (0 to 0.197 in.) from the bottom lip of the case plug (for filler) hole.
NOTICE:
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When adding oil, pour it slowly.
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Add oil a little at a time, waiting several minutes between each addition of oil.
(c)
Wait approximately 5 minutes and check that the oil level has not changed.
(d) Install a new gasket and the case plug (for filler).
Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf)