How much fluid goes in a Ford transfer case?
How much fluid goes in a transfer case? Transmission service capacity is 4.0 quarts (5.7 L). is 5.0 quarts (5.7 L).” Obviously, 5.0 quarts and 4.0 quarts do not both equal 5.7 liters.
Is Mercon LV the same as transfer case fluid?
owner’s manual calls for mercon atf fluid which is discontinued. XL-12 has been replaced by Mercon LV and according to the Ford chemicals and lubricants page, Mercon LV is transfer case compatible. Short answer, this (Valvoline transfer case fluid) is a compatible replacement for XL-12 or you can purchase Mercon LV.
Is transfer case fluid the same as transmission fluid?
The transmission and front differential share the same fluid (ATF). The transfer case (uses Gear Oil) is a separate unit.
Can I use transmission fluid in my transfer case?
Transfer cases may be filled with gear oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), or specialty lubricants. It is important to regularly inspect the transfer case for any damage, leaks, or other concerns.
What fluid goes in a NP205 transfer case?
As has been discussed in previous posts, NP205 transfer cases require 80-90wt Gear oil.
What is Motorcraft transfer case fluid?
Motorcraft® Transfer Case Fluid is a high-tech lubricant manufactured using man-made base oils and additives that are optimized to provide optimum lubrication for transfer case bearings, chains, and shafts. Ford has replaced it with Mercon LV.
What is the difference between transmission fluid and transfer case fluid?
though the fluid is the same, they are separate reservoirs. I just changed my transfer case with some royal purple when doing my cv shafts. The transmission and front differential share the same fluid (ATF). The transfer case (uses Gear Oil) is a separate unit.
What kind of fluid does a Ford transfer case use?
Until mid 2018, Ford specified synthetic base Motorcraft XL-12 Transfer Case Fluid for use in chain drive transfer cases that originally used Dexron II or Mercon, however, since that time Ford has superseded XL-12 with Mercon LV.
What kind of transfer case do I need for a Ford 4×4?
Dana 20, Dana 21, Dana 24, and NP205 gear drive transfer cases have some latitude for alternate fluids, but we recommend you stick as close as possible to the original Ford fluid requirements. **1974-1979 NP203 Full Time Transfer Case: The NP203 Full Time, Chain Drive Transfer Case MUST have engine oil for a lubricant.
What kind of oil does a Ford NP203 transfer case use?
Both Dodge and GM also used the NP203 Transfer Case and both specify 10w30 Engine Oil. Since Ford is not claiming the newer manual transmission fluids are backwards compatible with 1978-1979 NP203 transfer cases (and we do not think they are), we recommend you stick with Original Equipment recommended engine oils for your Ford NP203.
What kind of oil do you put in a transfer case?
We had a lot of experience with NP203 transfer cases in the 1970s and 1980s and our experience was any fluid other than lighter engine oils would cause bearing problems and/or chain stretch issues. Both Dodge and GM also used the NP203 Transfer Case and both specify 10w30 Engine Oil.