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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Lubrication Recommendations
Front Gearcase Lubrication
The front gearcase fill plug (3) i s
located as shown.
The front gearcase lubricant level
should be checked every six
months or 1000 miles (1600 km),
whichever comes first. Front
gearcase oil should be changed
annually. With the 6X6 on a level
surface, remove fill plug and
check the lubricant level.
Lubricant should be kept at the
bottom of fill plug thread. The
correct gearcase lubricant to use is
GL5 80-90 Weight Gear Lube.
Gearcase Oil Changing Procedure
1. Remove fill plug.
2. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the bottom right hand side and
drain t he oil.
3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and tighten securely (14 ft. lbs/1. 93
kgm).
4. Add GL 80-90 Weight Gear Lube to the bottom thread on the fill hole.
5. Reinstall filler plug.
6. Check for leaks.
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