GM Full-Size Trucks 1980-1987 Repair GuideTransfer Case - FLUID RECOMMENDATIONSThe type of
lubricant used in the transfer case varies with model year and type of
transfer case. Refer to the list below for the type that applies to
your truck.
1980Conventional transfer cases require SAE 80W or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant.
Full time systems use SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 engine oil.
1981Conventional transfer cases require DEXRON®II transmission fluid.
1982-85All transfer cases require DEXRON®II transmission fluid.
1986-87All transfer cases except the K30/35 series require DEXRON®II transmission fluid.
For fluid recommendations for the K30/35 transfer cases refer to the owner's manual.
LEVEL CHECKS
Fig. Model 208 Transfer Case
Check the four wheel drive transfer case lubricant level every 4 months or 6,000 miles.
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With the truck parked on a level surface and the parking brake
firmly applied, remove the filler plug from the rear of the transfer
case (behind the transmission). Be careful not to take out the drain
plug at the bottom.
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If lubricant trickles out, there is enough. If not, carefully
insert a finger and check that the level is up to the edge of the hole,
EXCEPT in full time four wheel drive cases should be 1
/2 in. below the hole.
Lubricant may be added, if necessary, with a funnel and tube, or a squeeze bulb.
DRAIN AND REFILLPart Time SystemsNo
intervals are specified for changing transfer case lubricant, but it is
a good idea for trucks that are worked hard or driven in deep water.
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With the transfer case warmed up, park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
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Slide a pan of a least 6 pts. capacity under the case drain plug.
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Remove the filler plug from the rear of the transfer case (behind the transmission). Remove the drain plug from the bottom.
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Wipe the area clean and replace the drain plug.
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Add lubricant with a suction gun or squeeze bulb. Conventional transfer cases require SAE 80W-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
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When the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler hole, replace the plug.
Full Time Four Wheel DriveThe full time system
requires oil changes at regular intervals, according to the amount and
type of work done by the unit. Trucks used for normal on-off road work
should have the transfer case oil changed at 24,000 mile intervals.
When used for heavy duty work, trailer towing, snowplowing, and the
like, the interval should be halved to 12,000 miles. If the truck is
exposed to extremely dusty or muddy conditions, the oil should be
changed at 1,000 mile intervals.
The transfer case oil must be
hot before changing. Drive the truck until the engine has reached
normal operating temperature, and park on a level surface.
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Slide a pan of at least 8 pts. capacity under the case drain plug.
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Remove the filler plug.
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Remove the lowest bolt from the front output shaft rear bearing
retainer cover, and allow the lubricant to drain. Be careful; the oil
will be hot. There may be a drain plug. If so, remove that instead.
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Remove the six bolts on the left (driver's) side of the case
which secure to P.T.O. (power take-off) cover. Remove this cover and
allow the lubricant to drain out.
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Remove the speedometer driven gear from the upper left rear corner of the case.
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Use a suction gun to remove as much lubricant as possible from the case cover location and the speedometer gear location.
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Install the speedometer driven gear, the P.T.O. cover, and the lowest bolt or drain plug.
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Add approximately seven pints of oil through the filler plug opening. The proper oil to use is 10W-30 or 10W-40 engine oil.
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Check the fluid level and add sufficient oil to raise the level to
1
/2 in. below the filler plug opening. Replace the plug, and wipe the
surfaces of the case and skid plate to remove any excess oil. Drive the
truck and check for leaks.
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