Checking transfer case lubricant

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Jul 31, 2014 | 11:15 AM

DaveTV

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Checking transfer case lubricant

Hi, I have an 05 Escape XLT 4WD worth 3.0L V6. My HAYNES says the transfer case lubricant should be checked every 15k - I bought it with 75k and it has 107k now and I have never checked it. I am wondering if it is common practice to do this every 15k? The transfer case is then one next to the oil pan? The book has one photo, but links to any info on doing this would also be helpful. Thanks

Aug 1, 2014 | 04:17 AM

Dan Robertson

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I check mine every oil change (4,000 miles). It takes 75/140 synthetic gear oil. It is quite critical as it doesn't hold very much, thus a small leak could be a bad one.