I am guessing that replacing that chain is not a cheap task =)
Wes
----- Original Message -----
From: "KenCo" <kenco.fish@verizon.net>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2002 11:21 AM
Subject: Re: DML: Changing transfer case fluids
>
> Wes Weems wrote:
> >
> > Seeing as I've never done in it in the 20k miles I've owned my truck(now
> > 74,000mi), I decided to change the fluid (if its necessary) and was
> > wondering if you all had any pointers/tips/tricks to doing it right? I
> > havent looked at my FSM regarding that stuff yet... but I imagine its
the
> > pull the drain plug, drain, plug the drain hole, then re-fill wit
approved
> > lubricant?
> >
> > What kinda lube does it take? Gear oil etc?
> >
> > Wes
>
>
> just drive it around to heat up the fluid and it drains easier.
>
> they usually take Dextron II/III ATF (even on manual trans.).
>
> while the fill plug is out you can test the chain by sticking
> a finger in there and seeing if its semi taught, 1/2" deflection
> I believe is allowed. if its really loose then plan on replacing
> it soon. the chain follows top and bottom across the 2 sprocket
> covers.
>
>
>
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