12-26 Simple inspection and service
4 Transfer gear oil <FG>
The first transmission gear oil replacement during
the run-in period should be performed at the initial
4,000 km (2,500 miles) point.
Recommended oil:
Gear oil
API classification GL-3 SAE 80 (general)
API classification GL-3 SAE 90 (warm regions)
API classification GL-4 SAE 90 (tropical regions)
Quantity required:
4.1 Check
1. Remove inspection plug and make sure that
oil is topped off.
2. If insufficient, add oil through the inspection plug
hole until it is full to the brim.
CAUTION
The added oil should be of the same grade and
viscosity as the oil originally placed in the trans-
fer.
3. Install the inspection plug.
4.2 Replacement
1. Remove inspection plug and drain plug to
let the oil flow out.
NOTE:
Oil removal is quicker if performed soon after the
vehicle has been stopped and while the oil is still
hot.
2. The drain plug is fitted with a magnet. Wipe off
any metal particles sticking to the magnet and
install the drain plug.
Inspection intervals
Every 10,000 km
(6,000 miles)
Replacement intervals
Every 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)
Quantity Approx. 3.1 liters (3.3 qts)
Tightening torque
68.6 ± 14.7 N·m (51 ± 11
ft.lbs., 7.0 ± 1.5 kgf·m)
WARNING
The gear oil is extremely hot immediately
after the vehicle has been operated. Take
care to avoid being scalded when draining
hot oil.
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