Section 07-07B: Transfer Case, Manual Shift
1996 F-150, F-350 with 137-Inch Wheelbase, Chassis Cab with E4OD Transmission and Bronco Workshop Manual
ADJUSTMENTS

Fluid Level Check

Transfer Case Without PTO

Remove the fill plug from the rear transfer case (7A195). Fluid level should be just below the fill plug. If the fluid is below the level, fill with Motorcraft MERCON® ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent fluid to correct level.

Transfer Case with PTO

 

 CAUTION: If the proper fill procedures are not followed, transfer case or PTO failure could result. Transfer cases with PTO will have a fill plug labeled FOR PTO FILL ONLY on the front of the transfer case.

NOTE: The 13-56 transfer case, when equipped with a PTO, requires 3.9 litres (4.1 quarts) more lubricant than transfer cases without a PTO, bringing the total fill capacity to 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts). Motorcraft MERCON® ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent. MERCON® fluid is the required lubricant to be used in all transfer cases.





  1. Remove the fill plug labeled FOR PTO FILL ONLY from the front of the transfer case.

  1. Fill with specified lubricant to the bottom of the fill plug hole.

  1. Install fill plug and tighten to 9-23 Nm (7-17 lb-ft).