These are the Tools and Supplies you will need: Motorcraft Mercon LV (Ford Approved in ALL Transfer Cases Now) amzn.to/2yDpkUO Permatex Thread sealant- amzn.to/2mHIsb9 1QT Transfer Pump- amzn.to/2n8w2ev Suction Gun- amzn.to/2n8E1Id Funnel- amzn.to/2n8FI8M General Drain and Fill Plug Torque Specs: F-150 Expedition Explorer- 17ft lbs F-Superduty- 20ft lbs
FordTechMakuloco This doesn't tie in directly with this topic but was wondering how reliable is the na 3.5 duratec you get with vehicles like the base explorer?
Stinky Cheese I presume you're talking to me?Yeah heard they also beefed up the 6 speed auto for the 2016 refresh so that should be far more reliable as well.
A little off subject but why is my NP205 Transfer case (running 80-90 weight gear oil) so very hot to touch after just driving around in 2 hi. Its in my 1976 f-150 XLT with a 300ci straight six, standard 4 speed transmission, 4x4.
@FordTechMakuloco I tried running a Google search on LV in transfer cases and can't find any info on the Ford approval. Is this something that happened recently? I trust you 110%, it's just kind of odd to me that there isn't more information out there about it. Appreciate all you do and keep the videos coming brother.
Brian I want to thank you for all the work you did on my F350. All the fluids in my truck were from the factory and the dealership told me they did not need to change out all of these fluids. After watching your videos and also talking to you I will bring this truck back to you for anything that is not covered by warranty for repairs. Again thank you and your family for being so awesome I look forward to see more your videos. If anyone is in the Chicagoland area and has a Ford this is the man you need to see for any repair.
Great tips, I would add one thing. When complete and after road test/leakage check I would put a dab of grease inside the hex wrench well. The next time you change fluid there would not be buildup in well and if there is some debris it will come out easier. Great job though.
You have once again saved me hundreds of dollars on repairs. I am so glad I am subscribed to this channel!! I have been watching for years and when I repair my 2012 f150 I always come to you for tips and tricks on how to do things properly and not grenade my drivetrain. Thanks again!
Did you use a torque wrench? I've been looking everywhere and I can't for the life of me find what the torque spec is for the transfer case in the 2014.
I realize this is a 2 year old video so just to let you know, went to Ford dealer to get transfer case fluid and no longer available. They are now recommending the Mercon LV tranny fluid for the transfer case. At least for my 2012 f150. Thanks for the videos, they are fantastic.
Same experience here with an additional note. There's a white sticker on my 2013 F150 transfer case above to the drain plug that states "fill with Mercon LV only".
Important for 2011-2014 F150 (always double check) - If you have the 4A option (Lariat and higher) on your 4x4 knob, you use the Mercon. If you don't have it (2H 4H 4L) (XLT or lower), you use the XL-12.
@@pierreverdoni Yes, it should be on page 401 of the manual. As long as it's a 2012-2014 then I believe so, the 4A one is Torque on Demand, takes 1.5 quarts of Mercon LV not the XL-12
Thanks so much for this video! Just did my 30k transfer case fluid exchange. Took me 20 minutes and only $35 in supplies (including pump and thread sealer).
I just did this last week after watching other videos on the procedure. They didn’t mention needfor thread sealer or that torque could crack case. Luckily I used a small ratchet and took it easy. No thread sealer but no leaks so far.
Man your channel is a life saver. My F-150 just turned 70K so I know what I will be doing next weekend. Both axles and T-case I can do myself, the Trans I might have to get done professionally but at least I can do this much...
Today at the Ford dealership parts dept, they gave me Mercon V bottles for my transfer case fluid. Thanks to you, I refused them, explaining I saw a Ford mechanic on You Tube advise against it. Parts guy did not know. But again thanks to you, he found the right fluid. Really appreciate you doing these helpful videos.
LOL Mercon V will work just fine in a transfer case. Mercon V supercedes the Mercon 4 and 3. You just can't mix Mercon V with other fluids...so if you drain a transfer case that had Mercon 3 for example you can fill it back up with Mercon V. Mercon V is synthetic, Mercon 4 and lower are conventional ATF. Mercon LV is low viscosity fluid used in a lot of the newer transmissions and PTU's.
Another great video and appreciate the upload Brian! I did my front diff & transfer case fluids today.... BUT 5 quarts came out of my T-Case😵. I bought my 02' f250 4x4 5.4l in late 04' with 46k. I then had all the fluids changed for piece of mind shortly after. It didn't even take 2 qts b4 it started flowing out the fill hole. I'm writing this hesitantly because I'm in disbelief about it and I watched as my oil pan quickly filled past the 5-quart mark
Great video but when draining you should always pump in a little new fluid to push out old fluid so you can have a clean case than pump rest of new fluid in till it's full.
I just changed my Expedition 4x4 transfer case last week. It needs 2 quarts but I couldn't get all 2 quarts in. There was 4oz left in the bottle. The ground was not perfectly level. It was the best I could do. All I could find to put in was Mobile 1 ATF. So far nothing is leaking so I called it good.
Always loved these big trucks my wife and i just bought one 1997 ...needs alot of work but nice straight truck :) Thank You very much for all your hard work and of cores the videos man!! :)
Your video was perfect. Thanks for letting us know what type of fluid to use. Like your way of tightening the bolts w out a torque wrench. Again excellent video!
Hey guy you found a new subscriber here, you're motivating me to do more of my own work again showing us the tips, greatly appreciated . do more videos on the newer 6.7 Powerstroke if you can
my general rule when tightening drain plugs is to lightly snug em up and check for leaks.. cause in my option id rather have it weep out a bit and then snug it up a bit more rather than splitting the case as he mentions in the video.. ive split a casing before and it doesn't take much. ...
Great vedeo and great explanation 👍 I have a excursión 7.3 and I used a ATF dexron 4 fluid 😊 and every 50.000kms! I changed and still working like new 👌👍 cheers from Norway
Bro thank u for this video I was about to use mercon V cuase that's what the Orylies guys said it used but he was wrong big time! And everytime I do something to my for 2000 expedition 4x4 5.4l I TH-cam that shit. I believe u saved its transfer case life 😁
Thank you sir for this. Very helpful. I'm normally leery of over tightening but I would not have thought about splitting the cast transfer case. All though the procedure is pretty straight forward, That tip was huge for me.........thanks.
Thank you for the reply. And yes it is a standard 14mmx1.25 thread but the hole has a shoulder first then the threads that makes the short threads on the compression fitting useless. Thanks anyway.
For you first timers doing this project, please note this video demonstrated some "best practices" that should become habit when doing fluid changes on a vehicle's driveline: 1. Always remove the fill plug first! You don't want to remove the drain plug and drain the transfer case only to discover you can't remove the fill plug. 2. Use a thread sealant (the plug will require less torque to seal properly). 3. Choke up on the ratchet handle to avoid over tightening (trust the sealant). 4. Use brake cleaner to tidy up. Why? Because if you leave the area clean, it's easier to find leaks later...
On every car I do. I like to loosen the fill plug to the last one or two threads. Remove the drain plug and then remove the fill right after so it's easier to "catch" the fluid coming out.
I like to remove the fill plug completely first to see the exact level that has been inside this whole time as shown here the level was perfect this tells me allot like the fact it was filled correctly, it has not lost any fluid and it is not gaining fluid from a cross leak between the transmission and transfer case so just by pulling the fill plug first you can get a ton of information.
Another Great Video! Thanks Bruddah! I have three of those quart pumps. One each for Trans oil fill, regular oil fill and lastly one for my hand cleaner. Bruddah, here is a Tips & Tricks idea for you. I've found from many years of working with pipes and fittings and such that it is easy to overtighten NPT threads to the point that they will cut new threads into the metal, especially soft metal like aluminum that they are screwed in to. Reason being is most all pipe threads under 2 inch are tapered and after repeated tightening, especially over tightening, the plugs will actually start cutting new threads (steel plug vs aluminum housings) into what you're putting the fitting in and also over time wear down the threads on the fittings you're installing. This is why you'll notice that the plug went in a little more then when you removed the plug. Best to replace the pipe plug when the top of the plug goes into the housing or before. In the past I've had to make a larger plug hole and use a larger plug. I would suggest making an adapter with an o-ring seal and straight machine threads that screws into an adapter with pipe threads on one end and straight machine threads on the other end. The adapter fitting cost less than $10 and it extends the plug drain hole out a little more to clear the housing, The old oil now drains right into the bucket without getting oil all over the housings, frame, your floor and what not. Bottom line - no more mess and you have a solid seal for years. I've done this many times and for $.15 cents I change out the plug's O-Ring maybe every five years or whenever it needs it.
liquid teflon is the best lubricating sealant that I know of. It should always be put on so it isn't on the first and last two threads of the plug. This so it won't drip or fall into the housing and mix with the fluids. When the fitting top is close to the housing when tightened it's past time to replace. Usually on pipe threaded fittings I only put it on the middle of the cleaned threads. New NPT fittings seal at 3/4" of it's length. Any more than that i'd be looking for a new plug or a new idea.
My 2011 F-250 took a little OVER two quarts, as the video says. The owners manual says 2.0 quarts, but I recommend buying 3 quarts or you won’t have quite enough.
Very informative videos. I have a 2004 f150 5.4 ,3 valve Followed your video for the fluid change for the t case. I removed the top plug and about 1.5 quarts poured out. I drained almost 4 quarts
Thanks very much for the excellent video. If I may, I'd like to mention that it would've been great if you'd begun the video showing exactly where the transfer case is located on the vehicle and the orientation of the case as seen in the video. To non-mechanics it might be challenging to determine where the transfer case is located.
Great vids my man, you are the go to Ford tech for me on youtube. Save a few gear fluid bottle lids, the pointy ones. Cut them at different distances for varying hole sizes. Use them on top of your 1 liter fluid bottles as a filler tip. Can put clear nylon tube on them as well. Squeezable for forcing fluids upwards too. The uncut lid and their little covering tips make good hose and line plugs/caps as well. Stay gold.
Any videos or tips for repeat 4x4 transfer case rear output seal leak. Started immediately after trans shop pulled tranny for front end tranny leak. They have changed seal twice since and still leaking!! Thanks for all the great videos!
Thanks to your wonderful video I just did mine. However it took almost 2 1/2 quarts before I started to get any outflow from the fill hole. I also appreciate your advice regarding how to tighten those bolts without a torque wrench.
Alan, sorry it’s taken me so long to reply. I have a 2013 F350 . I kept adding until a little bit dribbled out indicating the fluid level had reached the opening. I cleaned up my mess and put the fill bolt back in. When I looked it was approximately 2 1/2 quarts.
@@kevinbutler5491 Good to know. I am doing mine and bought 3 Qts to be safe and the stuff is not cheap. I ended up getting it on eBay. Was cheaper than Amazon and the bottle looked the same as what he uses in the video.
I gotta tell ya I did the transfer case fluid change on my 2016 with 28000 miles which about half is towing our 7000lb camper. This is the 1st time I have ever done this procedure. You had me concerned. The fluid that came out looked new me. Pretty much same color as what I put in. Took less than 2 quarts. I won't change that out again until another 50000 miles. Now I'm wondering if I need to change the fluid in the rear diff this soon.
Can you please confirm the link to the transfer case oil shows automatic transmission fluid is that the correct fluid to use in the transfer case. it's not the same bottle that you show in your video.... please confirm...thank you for all you do
For a little flush, leave the lower open and put in a pint of fresh fluid in the top and let it run out again. Or fill/drive and drain if you want overkill.
I really appreciate your videos. I'm learning a lot on how to work on my 04 f150 4x4. I am confused however. I called my local Ford dealership with the last 8 of vin 4NC62257, and they said to use Mercon V. but your video says it will destroy my transfer case. sidenote* my transfer case has the mechanical 4x4 shifter and not the electric button on the dash... Any thoughts? Thanks again!
OCD may be kicking in, but I typically push a pint of new fluid into the fill hole, after drainage, thinking I’m pushing out older fluid and grime out.
Thanks so much @FordTechMakuloco, great videos and advise! Question regarding the correct transfer case fluid to use on a 2011 F150 ecoboost: I went to one of my local Ford dealers to get the XL12 for my transfer case and they said that back on 2022 Ford discontinued the XL12 and only the Mercon LV is available now. I am confused because my owners manual indicates to use XL12 and if I got it right you in your video say no to use Mercon . What should I do? Thanks, confused Canuck
So my owner's manual calls for XL-12 for 2015 F150, electronic shift on the fly 4X4(it doesn't have 4A). My local dealer gave me mercon LV and says it's a new replacement. I know there was a comment that said he found this somewhere in the web. can you tell me where to find this info?
I assume this would be pretty much the same thing on a 2019 4x4 Ford Ranger, yes? I mean, the Ranger is 2 years newer than this video, but how much could they have changed, really? Does anyone know for sure?
love your videos great job. very informative. I have a question can I use that transfer case fluid for a full size 95 bronco. I've been looking around and some say use ATF with mercon v. any help thanks in advance.
You've mentioned in both videos how Mercon V will destroy your transfer case, can you go into specifics on this? I have an '06 Ranger going on 180k miles and the transfer case is a little weird, I'm wondering if someone changed the fluid at some point with Merc V or if it's just getting old.
Love your videos…lots of valuable info…I’d add one thing, get it to operating temperature so fluid flows more quickly and contaminants will be drained more easily and completely
Absolutely not needed with that size drain hole and the viscosity of trans fluid. Maintain the fluid every 30k miles and you will never have built of sediment in the bottom of the case.
Hello Brian - I am here in The Philippines and using a 2005 Escape Hybrid. When I change the PRU fluid, can I flush it with another oil or fluid - do I just Drain and Fill with a new 75w140?
Ok, so after reading the case could stress crack much later if over tightening the plugs, I went out and loosened them quite a bit, then retightened the drain plug with 2 fingers midway up the ratchet. There’s old threadsealer still on the plug doing its job. No leaks so far.
Love your channel! You’ve help me out tremendously. Thank you! I have a 2001 Ranger 4x4. My transfer case has what looks like a counter weight or something on the left side. Is the drain plug behind that?? I only can seen one plug that is in the middle of the case.
FordTechMakuloco I changed my 2010 Ford Explorer transfer case fluid at the dealer and they used MERCON V oil and I asked them you should use MERCON V or TRANSFER CASE fluid XL-12, the Technician told me my vehicle requires MERCON V for the transfer case and also he told me that the TRANSFER CASE fluid XL-12 is for older trucks or F-150 and above.
+Sultan Ford Mercon V should NEVER be used in a transfer case they can explode! It says it right on the backside of the bottle. Change it to XL-12 immediately.
FordTechMakuloco Thank you for your response, i will take my vehicle to the dealer to change T case oil to XL-12. And going to meet the branch manager to solve this issue. Because another story happened to me as well with the dealer is that my vehicle is 4.0 V6 that requires 5W30 engine oil and the dealer used 5W-20 as well as shell 20W50 can u imagine that? And a knocking noise started immediately form the engine and ending up to do engine overhaul under warranty. And now anytime I take my vehicle for an oil change at the dealer i tell them to put 5W30.
FordTechMakuloco I just got a new bottle of Mercon V, and it doesn't say anywhere on the new bottle about not to use in transfer case. So I'm now confused. But the dealer said it now superseded all other fluids.
Great video! I have 2008 f150 4wd. The 4 wheel drive high light on dashboard will not come on but the 4 wheel drive engages. If I put it in 4 wheel low the 4 wheel low light comes on. I changed the transfer motor. Any ideas as to what or where I should check next?
ALL our CANADIAN Ford Parts says the MERCON LV (tranny fluid) has superseded the old CL12 (your XL12). I purchased the old CL12 for the last TC change back in 2017.
Thanks for all the great content! One question...I've heard Ford now calls for Mercon LV ATF for all late model transfer cases? Is this true? I'm about to do this service on a 2016 and a 2020 F-150 in particular. Thanks in advance.
I believe the newer F150's with Torque on Demand Auto transfer case use Mercon LV. And the standard ESOF cases use the transfer case fluid. Please correct me if I am wrong.
Correct on the latest F-150's those fall into the same category as an AWD type unit with an internal clutch pack. I mentioned in the beginning of the video this instructional does not cover AWD or PTU units only regular sprocket and chain driven systems.
FordTechMakuloco Would the procedure still be the same if I had the Torque on demand type transfer case or are there extra steps involved? I have a 2013 F150 eco boost limited with 2wd/4x4auto/4x4hi/4x4low & lock-in diff
Hi Brian. Thank you for another awesome video!!! Would this be the same procedure for my 2005 Escape XLT 4x4? My dad thinks the transfer case is leaking fluid too...
kick ass vids dood! So, trans fluid/filt every 15k, differential fluid every 30k, transfer case every 30k. I'm wondering; should loaded service body trucks and trucks that do frequent trailor hauling change those drivetrain fluids in more frequent intervals (like every 10k instead of 15k)?
Thanks for all your informative videos! So I have a 07 f150 Harley Davidson, with the awd. Which is the correct fluid to put in there? My local dealer told me it is supposed to take transmission mercon Lv. I plan on doing this myself. Please let me know man thanks!
These are the Tools and Supplies you will need:
Motorcraft Mercon LV (Ford Approved in ALL Transfer Cases Now)
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Permatex Thread sealant-
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1QT Transfer Pump-
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Suction Gun-
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Funnel-
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General Drain and Fill Plug Torque Specs:
F-150 Expedition Explorer- 17ft lbs
F-Superduty- 20ft lbs
FordTechMakuloco This doesn't tie in directly with this topic but was wondering how reliable is the na 3.5 duratec you get with vehicles like the base explorer?
Stinky Cheese I presume you're talking to me?Yeah heard they also beefed up the 6 speed auto for the 2016 refresh so that should be far more reliable as well.
A little off subject but why is my NP205 Transfer case (running 80-90 weight gear oil) so very hot to touch after just driving around in 2 hi. Its in my 1976 f-150 XLT with a 300ci straight six, standard 4 speed transmission, 4x4.
@FordTechMakuloco I tried running a Google search on LV in transfer cases and can't find any info on the Ford approval. Is this something that happened recently? I trust you 110%, it's just kind of odd to me that there isn't more information out there about it. Appreciate all you do and keep the videos coming brother.
Ended up finally finding some info. Of course you were spot on my man. Thanks for all you do for the Ford community.
A real mechanic, honest too.Very hard combination to find these days.
Brian I want to thank you for all the work you did on my F350. All the fluids in my truck were from the factory and the dealership told me they did not need to change out all of these fluids. After watching your videos and also talking to you I will bring this truck back to you for anything that is not covered by warranty for repairs. Again thank you and your family for being so awesome I look forward to see more your videos. If anyone is in the Chicagoland area and has a Ford this is the man you need to see for any repair.
Thanks!
your lucky! I wish he was in the Houston area. I have 3 fords that need work
toolbox902 I know, it is hard to find someone as good as him.
Maybe he'll do a fixing fords across america again and you'll be one of the lucky ones
that would be great!
Great tips, I would add one thing. When complete and after road test/leakage check I would put a dab of grease inside the hex wrench well. The next time you change fluid there would not be buildup in well and if there is some debris it will come out easier. Great job though.
Nice job once again. Thanks to you I have saved THOUSANDS repairing my Expedition and my son's F150.
Repair of what? He just changed oil
@@kennyplay5982 he has a lot more videos.
The flexible hose from a DEF container works perfectly to use as a fill tube
You have once again saved me hundreds of dollars on repairs. I am so glad I am subscribed to this channel!! I have been watching for years and when I repair my 2012 f150 I always come to you for tips and tricks on how to do things properly and not grenade my drivetrain. Thanks again!
I watched you ur video last night and changed the transfer case oil in my 2014 F150 without a problem. Your videos are very good!!!! Thanks so much.
Did you use a torque wrench? I've been looking everywhere and I can't for the life of me find what the torque spec is for the transfer case in the 2014.
It’s stamped on the T-case
@toddjamison77 just get it snug, and then ⅛ turn. Usually works for me
I have same vehicle what kind of sealant do you put on plugs before tightening
I realize this is a 2 year old video so just to let you know, went to Ford dealer to get transfer case fluid and no longer available. They are now recommending the Mercon LV tranny fluid for the transfer case. At least for my 2012 f150. Thanks for the videos, they are fantastic.
Same experience here with an additional note. There's a white sticker on my 2013 F150 transfer case above to the drain plug that states "fill with Mercon LV only".
Thanks for the clarification!!!
Important for 2011-2014 F150 (always double check) - If you have the 4A option (Lariat and higher) on your 4x4 knob, you use the Mercon.
If you don't have it (2H 4H 4L) (XLT or lower), you use the XL-12.
@@vitopannucci2001 you mean mercon LV ? with the 4a option
@@pierreverdoni Yes, it should be on page 401 of the manual. As long as it's a 2012-2014 then I believe so, the 4A one is Torque on Demand, takes 1.5 quarts of Mercon LV not the XL-12
Another class well done. Just bought a 2008 f150 4x4 and I'm doing all kind of work to it following your videos procedure. Thank you
Thank you Brian. Ordered my supplies with you links for my 2015 F350 with 32k miles.
Thanks so much for this video! Just did my 30k transfer case fluid exchange. Took me 20 minutes and only $35 in supplies (including pump and thread sealer).
I just did this last week after watching other videos on the procedure. They didn’t mention needfor thread sealer or that torque could crack case. Luckily I used a small ratchet and took it easy. No thread sealer but no leaks so far.
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I think it’s fine or The white Teflon tape. Just to seal it better
Man your channel is a life saver. My F-150 just turned 70K so I know what I will be doing next weekend. Both axles and T-case I can do myself, the Trans I might have to get done professionally but at least I can do this much...
Wow I was going to pay a shop to do this ... This is my project this weekend! Thanks you saved me some cash
Super easy. Did mine on my 2010 xlt. Was done in about fifteen minutes thanks to this video! Cheers.
Today at the Ford dealership parts dept, they gave me Mercon V bottles for my transfer case fluid. Thanks to you, I refused them, explaining I saw a Ford mechanic on You Tube advise against it.
Parts guy did not know.
But again thanks to you, he found the right fluid. Really appreciate you doing these helpful videos.
LOL Mercon V will work just fine in a transfer case. Mercon V supercedes the Mercon 4 and 3. You just can't mix Mercon V with other fluids...so if you drain a transfer case that had Mercon 3 for example you can fill it back up with Mercon V. Mercon V is synthetic, Mercon 4 and lower are conventional ATF. Mercon LV is low viscosity fluid used in a lot of the newer transmissions and PTU's.
@@wildbill23c Yeah, I can't imagine Mercon V would damage a simple chain drive transfer case.
Another great video and appreciate the upload Brian! I did my front diff & transfer case fluids today.... BUT 5 quarts came out of my T-Case😵. I bought my 02' f250 4x4 5.4l in late 04' with 46k. I then had all the fluids changed for piece of mind shortly after. It didn't even take 2 qts b4 it started flowing out the fill hole. I'm writing this hesitantly because I'm in disbelief about it and I watched as my oil pan quickly filled past the 5-quart mark
Your trans is leaking into your transfer case. I have an entire video dedicated to this.
@@FordTechMakuloco Thx for the quick reply & I'll be checking it soon.... Thanks Again!
Great video but when draining you should always pump in a little new fluid to push out old fluid so you can have a clean case than pump rest of new fluid in till it's full.
Can't understand how anybody could dislike this video....
I just changed my Expedition 4x4 transfer case last week. It needs 2 quarts but I couldn't get all 2 quarts in. There was 4oz left in the bottle. The ground was not perfectly level. It was the best I could do. All I could find to put in was Mobile 1 ATF. So far nothing is leaking so I called it good.
Yeah they don't take much at all very cheap maintenance.
Always loved these big trucks my wife and i just bought one 1997 ...needs alot of work but nice straight truck :) Thank You very much for all your hard work and of cores the videos man!! :)
Choking up on the wrench to prevent a problem is a great tip!
Maybe if you are a real novice
@@brentbradley6711 or if you're a pro...
Well I know what I'm doin this weekend!!!!
thanx a billion!!!!
Your video was perfect. Thanks for letting us know what type of fluid to use. Like your way of tightening the bolts w out a torque wrench.
Again excellent video!
Knocked this out this past weekend.... Thanks again from the shade tree/DIY guy.
Hey guy you found a new subscriber here, you're motivating me to do more of my own work again showing us the tips, greatly appreciated . do more videos on the newer 6.7 Powerstroke if you can
You can also take the top off a gear oil container and put on the transfer fluid and squeeze it in there
Thanks for providing such informative and clear videos. I knew a little about basic maintenance but have learned a lot watching your videos. Rock on!
my general rule when tightening drain plugs is to lightly snug em up and check for leaks.. cause in my option id rather have it weep out a bit and then snug it up a bit more rather than splitting the case as he mentions in the video.. ive split a casing before and it doesn't take much. ...
Great tip on the hand position on the ratchet if you don't use a torque wrench! Great video as always...
Great vedeo and great explanation 👍 I have a excursión 7.3 and I used a ATF dexron 4 fluid 😊 and every 50.000kms! I changed and still working like new 👌👍 cheers from Norway
Your videos are a wealth of information as I am new this line of vehicles. Thank you very much!!
Man I just want to say thank you for all your videos. They are supper helpful. You’re my go to guy when I have a project on my F-150.
Just halfway through the job, thanks for the video.Worst part is my beauty cover lol.
I just picked up an older '82 F-150 four wheel drive and you have tons of great content! Just wanted to say thanks, keep it up..:)
I got tired of the humming while in 4x4 so I drained out my tcase and refilled with 75w90 gear oil, works great and no more humming.
Thank you Brian I was gonna put the Mercon in my 05 Explorer xlt transfer case your the best Bro
133 lb-in for the f150s drain and fill plug
also the service manual says you should fill till 10mm below the top fill plug...1.4qt total.
LMAO! thank you.. i know he says 'torque spec is critical!' then doesnt give torque spec.... :/
I didn’t know I should do this maintenance. Thanks for the video. The job was easy.
Bro thank u for this video I was about to use mercon V cuase that's what the Orylies guys said it used but he was wrong big time! And everytime I do something to my for 2000 expedition 4x4 5.4l I TH-cam that shit. I believe u saved its transfer case life 😁
Thank you sir for this. Very helpful. I'm normally leery of over tightening but I would not have thought about splitting the cast transfer case. All though the procedure is pretty straight forward, That tip was huge for me.........thanks.
New subscriber! So stoked to have this awesome resource! You are a wonderful teacher and articulate these procedures so well! Thank you
Thank you for the reply. And yes it is a standard 14mmx1.25 thread but the hole has a shoulder first then the threads that makes the short threads on the compression fitting useless. Thanks anyway.
+STREETSTANG07 oh ok I thought you had a kit they come with short ones and long
For you first timers doing this project, please note this video demonstrated some "best practices" that should become habit when doing fluid changes on a vehicle's driveline:
1. Always remove the fill plug first! You don't want to remove the drain plug and drain the transfer case only to discover you can't remove the fill plug.
2. Use a thread sealant (the plug will require less torque to seal properly).
3. Choke up on the ratchet handle to avoid over tightening (trust the sealant).
4. Use brake cleaner to tidy up. Why? Because if you leave the area clean, it's easier to find leaks later...
On every car I do. I like to loosen the fill plug to the last one or two threads. Remove the drain plug and then remove the fill right after so it's easier to "catch" the fluid coming out.
I like to remove the fill plug completely first to see the exact level that has been inside this whole time as shown here the level was perfect this tells me allot like the fact it was filled correctly, it has not lost any fluid and it is not gaining fluid from a cross leak between the transmission and transfer case so just by pulling the fill plug first you can get a ton of information.
Very good point! I work on Acuras and we don't have that issue but I will get in the habit of doing the fill plug first.
Another Great Video! Thanks Bruddah! I have three of those quart pumps. One each for Trans oil fill, regular oil fill and lastly one for my hand cleaner. Bruddah, here is a Tips & Tricks idea for you.
I've found from many years of working with pipes and fittings and such that it is easy to overtighten NPT threads to the point that they will cut new threads into the metal, especially soft metal like aluminum that they are screwed in to.
Reason being is most all pipe threads under 2 inch are tapered and after repeated tightening, especially over tightening, the plugs will actually start cutting new threads (steel plug vs aluminum housings) into what you're putting the fitting in and also over time wear down the threads on the fittings you're installing.
This is why you'll notice that the plug went in a little more then when you removed the plug. Best to replace the pipe plug when the top of the plug goes into the housing or before. In the past I've had to make a larger plug hole and use a larger plug.
I would suggest making an adapter with an o-ring seal and straight machine threads that screws into an adapter with pipe threads on one end and straight machine threads on the other end. The adapter fitting cost less than $10 and it extends the plug drain hole out a little more to clear the housing,
The old oil now drains right into the bucket without getting oil all over the housings, frame, your floor and what not. Bottom line - no more mess and you have a solid seal for years. I've done this many times and for $.15 cents I change out the plug's O-Ring maybe every five years or whenever it needs it.
Very good info I am always weary of cracking the housing when using pipe plugs anywhere whether it is automotive or construction work.
liquid teflon is the best lubricating sealant that I know of. It should always be put on so it isn't on the first and last two threads of the plug. This so it won't drip or fall into the housing and mix with the fluids.
When the fitting top is close to the housing when tightened it's past time to replace.
Usually on pipe threaded fittings I only put it on the middle of the cleaned threads. New NPT fittings seal at 3/4" of it's length. Any more than that i'd be looking for a new plug or a new idea.
My 2011 F-250 took a little OVER two quarts, as the video says. The owners manual says 2.0 quarts, but I recommend buying 3 quarts or you won’t have quite enough.
Very informative videos.
I have a 2004 f150 5.4 ,3 valve
Followed your video for the fluid change for the t case.
I removed the top plug and about 1.5 quarts poured out.
I drained almost 4 quarts
John Lacaria maybe your transmission is leaking in to the transfer case he said
Great HD quality vid. That area is a tight space.
I need to do this soon. Thanks for the reminder. Another great video!
Thanks again...your videos are tops...
Thanks very much for the excellent video.
If I may, I'd like to mention that it would've been great if you'd begun the video showing exactly where the transfer case is located on the vehicle and the orientation of the case as seen in the video. To non-mechanics it might be challenging to determine where the transfer case is located.
Thank you for doing this video. I followed your examples and the job went very well.
Great Video by a Real Professional. Thank you
Great vids my man, you are the go to Ford tech for me on youtube.
Save a few gear fluid bottle lids, the pointy ones. Cut them at different distances for varying hole sizes. Use them on top of your 1 liter fluid bottles as a filler tip. Can put clear nylon tube on them as well. Squeezable for forcing fluids upwards too.
The uncut lid and their little covering tips make good hose and line plugs/caps as well.
Stay gold.
I do all that, too. Just saying, do like dnl
nice how-to video enjoy you other ford related vids keep'em coming. just picked up a 2010 explorer so these are great help.
Thanks and there are plenty more to come!
very kwel thanks
Mike Blezien kewl
I too have a 2010 explorer 4x4 this video was spot on. I always appreciate a video from Makuloco.
Thanks Brian for your efforts to share your knowledge.
Mercon LV is the same as what my 2009 Ford Expedition -80 Transmission takes also! Sweet!
Mercon LV is different than Mercon V. Mercon LV is low viscosity ATF, Mercon V is just synthetic ATV which supercedes Mercon IV, and Mercon III.
Your videos are awesome, thanks so much for them!!
looks like an easy job, I'll prob give it a go on my Excursion soon.
Awesome. Thanks for your experience & expertise. I have to do this on my F250.
Any videos or tips for repeat 4x4 transfer case rear output seal leak. Started immediately after trans shop pulled tranny for front end tranny leak. They have changed seal twice since and still leaking!! Thanks for all the great videos!
Great video for all to watch. Thank you.
Another great video, easy to follow directions/instructions to make sure you can do the job yourself. Thanks makuloco
Thanks to your wonderful video I just did mine. However it took almost 2 1/2 quarts before I started to get any outflow from the fill hole. I also appreciate your advice regarding how to tighten those bolts without a torque wrench.
What model truck do you have that took 2-1/2 quarts? I have a 2010 F150 and need to do a change. Wondering if 2-1/2 is normal? Stuff is not cheap.
Alan, sorry it’s taken me so long to reply. I have a 2013 F350 . I kept adding until a little bit dribbled out indicating the fluid level had reached the opening. I cleaned up my mess and put the fill bolt back in. When I looked it was approximately 2 1/2 quarts.
@@kevinbutler5491 Good to know. I am doing mine and bought 3 Qts to be safe and the stuff is not cheap. I ended up getting it on eBay. Was cheaper than Amazon and the bottle looked the same as what he uses in the video.
Damn, I just did the rear differential, now I gotta do the transfer case?
You can send it to the dealership 🤑
I gotta tell ya I did the transfer case fluid change on my 2016 with 28000 miles which about half is towing our 7000lb camper. This is the 1st time I have ever done this procedure. You had me concerned. The fluid that came out looked new me. Pretty much same color as what I put in. Took less than 2 quarts. I won't change that out again until another 50000 miles.
Now I'm wondering if I need to change the fluid in the rear diff this soon.
Would it be a good idea to pump new fluid in top until clean fluid came out drain before plugging? Seems like it would be more effective.
You certainly can but generally there isn't much in the sump, it's not like an engine oil pan for example.
Terrific job explaining everything!
Can you please confirm the link to the transfer case oil shows automatic transmission fluid is that the correct fluid to use in the transfer case. it's not the same bottle that you show in your video.... please confirm...thank you for all you do
Yes, Mercon LV is the new fluid as explained in the description for the link.
Thank you... you're the man
For a little flush, leave the lower open and put in a pint of fresh fluid in the top and let it run out again. Or fill/drive and drain if you want overkill.
I really appreciate your videos. I'm learning a lot on how to work on my 04 f150 4x4. I am confused however. I called my local Ford dealership with the last 8 of vin 4NC62257, and they said to use Mercon V. but your video says it will destroy my transfer case. sidenote* my transfer case has the mechanical 4x4 shifter and not the electric button on the dash... Any thoughts? Thanks again!
Very good instructions, thank you!👍
OCD may be kicking in, but I typically push a pint of new fluid into the fill hole, after drainage, thinking I’m pushing out older fluid and grime out.
We do that sometimes when it’s dark enough
Thanks so much @FordTechMakuloco, great videos and advise!
Question regarding the correct transfer case fluid to use on a 2011 F150 ecoboost:
I went to one of my local Ford dealers to get the XL12 for my transfer case and they said that back on 2022 Ford discontinued the XL12 and only the Mercon LV is available now. I am confused because my owners manual indicates to use XL12 and if I got it right you in your video say no to use Mercon .
What should I do?
Thanks,
confused Canuck
Great video! Thank you very much. Could you please provide a video for the fluid exchange on a 10R80 transmission, on a 2017 F150?
One day, there are so many different procedures depending on the year and engine you have.
@@FordTechMakuloco Thank you for your response. My 2017 F150 has the 3.5L ecoboost motor. Have a great day.
Awesome bud I’m servicing my 4x4 expedition
Have you done a video on how to replace the transfer case rear seal? Thanks!
So my owner's manual calls for XL-12 for 2015 F150, electronic shift on the fly 4X4(it doesn't have 4A). My local dealer gave me mercon LV and says it's a new replacement. I know there was a comment that said he found this somewhere in the web. can you tell me where to find this info?
Not sure what you are referring to but yes Mercon LV is the new transfer case fluid to be used in all transfer cases from now on.
@@FordTechMakuloco Tnx
Nice video.....Why on transmission and differential they don't put plugs for draing like that transfer case????.....just a question.
I assume this would be pretty much the same thing on a 2019 4x4 Ford Ranger, yes? I mean, the Ranger is 2 years newer than this video, but how much could they have changed, really? Does anyone know for sure?
Brain. THANKS AGAIN! You are the man!
love your videos great job. very informative. I have a question can I use that transfer case fluid for a full size 95 bronco. I've been looking around and some say use ATF with mercon v. any help thanks in advance.
Thanks for the vid, worked great on my 94 Bronco’s borg warner 1356
How much oil Ned to put in
Thank you Scotty 😀 another great video
You've mentioned in both videos how Mercon V will destroy your transfer case, can you go into specifics on this? I have an '06 Ranger going on 180k miles and the transfer case is a little weird, I'm wondering if someone changed the fluid at some point with Merc V or if it's just getting old.
Love your videos…lots of valuable info…I’d add one thing, get it to operating temperature so fluid flows more quickly and contaminants will be drained more easily and completely
Absolutely not needed with that size drain hole and the viscosity of trans fluid. Maintain the fluid every 30k miles and you will never have built of sediment in the bottom of the case.
Hello Brian - I am here in The Philippines and using a 2005 Escape Hybrid. When I change the PRU fluid, can I flush it with another oil or fluid - do I just Drain and Fill with a new 75w140?
Ok, so after reading the case could stress crack much later if over tightening the plugs, I went out and loosened them quite a bit, then retightened the drain plug with 2 fingers midway up the ratchet. There’s old threadsealer still on the plug doing its job. No leaks so far.
Love your channel! You’ve help me out tremendously. Thank you! I have a 2001 Ranger 4x4. My transfer case has what looks like a counter weight or something on the left side. Is the drain plug behind that?? I only can seen one plug that is in the middle of the case.
FordTechMakuloco I changed my 2010 Ford Explorer transfer case fluid at the dealer and they used MERCON V oil and I asked them you should use MERCON V or TRANSFER CASE fluid XL-12, the Technician told me my vehicle requires MERCON V for the transfer case and also he told me that the TRANSFER CASE fluid XL-12 is for older trucks or F-150 and above.
+Sultan Ford Mercon V should NEVER be used in a transfer case they can explode! It says it right on the backside of the bottle. Change it to XL-12 immediately.
+Sultan Ford I can show them the spec in the online Ford workshop manual but they have access to the same online pubs on the Ford server as me.
FordTechMakuloco Thank you for your response, i will take my vehicle to the dealer to change T case oil to XL-12. And going to meet the branch manager to solve this issue. Because another story happened to me as well with the dealer is that my vehicle is 4.0 V6 that requires 5W30 engine oil and the dealer used 5W-20 as well as shell 20W50 can u imagine that? And a knocking noise started immediately form the engine and ending up to do engine overhaul under warranty. And now anytime I take my vehicle for an oil change at the dealer i tell them to put 5W30.
+Sultan Ford Wow you need to change dealers!
FordTechMakuloco I just got a new bottle of Mercon V, and it doesn't say anywhere on the new bottle about not to use in transfer case.
So I'm now confused. But the dealer said it now superseded all other fluids.
Great video! I have 2008 f150 4wd. The 4 wheel drive high light on dashboard will not come on but the 4 wheel drive engages. If I put it in 4 wheel low the 4 wheel low light comes on. I changed the transfer motor. Any ideas as to what or where I should check next?
ALL our CANADIAN Ford Parts says the MERCON LV (tranny fluid) has superseded the old CL12 (your XL12). I purchased the old CL12 for the last TC change back in 2017.
Yup it sure has.
Thanks for all the great content! One question...I've heard Ford now calls for Mercon LV ATF for all late model transfer cases? Is this true? I'm about to do this service on a 2016 and a 2020 F-150 in particular. Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the video. What fluid would I use for a manual transmission early 99 f250 7.3 diesel super duty
Since I will always have some fluid leftover, I will take a little and pump it in, withbthe drain plug out, to flush even more of the old fluid out.
I believe the newer F150's with Torque on Demand Auto transfer case use Mercon LV. And the standard ESOF cases use the transfer case fluid. Please correct me if I am wrong.
Correct on the latest F-150's those fall into the same category as an AWD type unit with an internal clutch pack. I mentioned in the beginning of the video this instructional does not cover AWD or PTU units only regular sprocket and chain driven systems.
FordTechMakuloco Would the procedure still be the same if I had the Torque on demand type transfer case or are there extra steps involved? I have a 2013 F150 eco boost limited with 2wd/4x4auto/4x4hi/4x4low & lock-in diff
Hi Brian. Thank you for another awesome video!!! Would this be the same procedure for my 2005 Escape XLT 4x4? My dad thinks the transfer case is leaking fluid too...
No yours is a PTU and uses 75w-140 but should be changed every 30k still- amzn.to/2nFBKGM
kick ass vids dood! So, trans fluid/filt every 15k, differential fluid every 30k, transfer case every 30k. I'm wondering; should loaded service body trucks and trucks that do frequent trailor hauling change those drivetrain fluids in more frequent intervals (like every 10k instead of 15k)?
Thanks for all your informative videos! So I have a 07 f150 Harley Davidson, with the awd. Which is the correct fluid to put in there? My local dealer told me it is supposed to take transmission mercon Lv. I plan on doing this myself. Please let me know man thanks!