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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005RANGER 4WD V6-4.0L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSFER CASEFLUID - TRANSFER CASESERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Ford Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E
Fluid - Transfer Case: Service and Repair
2005 Ford Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L VIN ESECTION Service and Repair
Transfer Case Draining and Filling
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
^ Clean and install the drain plug after fluid is drained.
2. CAUTION: Incorrect fluid fill can result in transfer case failure.
NOTE: Clean the area around the fill plug.
Remove the fill plug and fill the transfer case.
^ The fluid must be just below the fill plug hole. Because the fluid can be reached with a finger does not mean the fluid is at the correct level. Make sure the fluid is level with the filler opening for the correct fluid level.
^ The total transfer case fill capacity is 1.2 liter (2.5 pints).
3. Install the fill plug.
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
^ Clean and install the drain plug after fluid is drained.
2. CAUTION: Incorrect fluid fill can result in transfer case failure.
NOTE: Clean the area around the fill plug.
Remove the fill plug and fill the transfer case.
^ The fluid must be just below the fill plug hole. Because the fluid can be reached with a finger does not mean the fluid is at the correct level. Make sure the fluid is level with the filler opening for the correct fluid level.
^ The total transfer case fill capacity is 1.2 liter (2.5 pints).
3. Install the fill plug.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.