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CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an
authorized dealer immediately. Severe
transmission damage may occur. An
authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid
installed at the factory will provide satisfactory
lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not
required. However, change the fluid and filter if
the fluid becomes contaminated (with water,
etc.), or if the transmission is disassembled for
any reason.
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks
are not required. When the vehicle is serviced
for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the
axle assembly should be inspected. If gear oil
leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level.
Refer to "Fluids And Lubricants" in "Technical
Specifications" for further information.
This inspection should be made with the vehicle
in a level position.The fluid level should be even
with the bottom of the fill hole (within 1/4 inch
(6.4 mm) of edge of hole) for the FDU215 HD
front axle and C235FE rear axle.
Lubricant Selection
Refer to "Fluids And Lubricants" in "Technical
Specification" for further information.
NOTE:
The presence of water in the gear lubricant will
result in corrosion and possible failure of differ-
ential components. Operation of the vehicle in
water, as may be encountered in some
off-highway types of service, will require
draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage.
Limited-Slip Differentials
If equipped with a Limited Slip Differential it will
require that 5 oz. (148 ml) of Mopar Limited Slip
Additive be added to the gear lubricant. Refer to
"Fluids And Lubricants" in "Technical
Specification" for further information.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
The Mopar Limited Slip Additive should be
added to the gear lubricant whenever a fluid
change is made to an axle equipped with a
Limited Slip Differential.
NOTE:
When refilling an axle with a Limited Slip Differ-
ential, (which requires a Limited Slip Additive),
the Limited Slip Additive should be added
before the gear lubricant is added to insure
proper additive fill.
Drain And Refill
Refer to the "Maintenance Plan" in this chapter
for the proper maintenance intervals.
Transfer Case
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer's recommended
fluid. Refer to "Fluids And Lubricants" in
"Technical Specifications" for further
information.
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