How To Change Jeep Transfer Case Fluid Do it Yourself

[@doughinchman3071]

So the quote is in Tjeres Something About Mary, but I heard it first and remember it from the Rocky and Bullwinkle show. The villain Boris would say it often.

[@AutoEdits]

YOU WIN!!! That is exactly it! Extra points for the origin story... I'm pretty sure they borrowed it from there.

[@jimcabezola3051]

There's Something About... doing an oil change without needing a jack stand. You make at-home Jeep maintenence look like poetry.

[@AutoEdits]

This comment wins on multiple levels!!!!! Thank you!🤘

[@kellismith4329]

Yup, so much easier to service the lifted trucks lol

[@frasiec]

Yeah buddy!

[@papagrouch8416]

Your videos are helpful, informative, just enough detail without leaving out important stuff. The torque specs (as found on Amsoil site) are 20 ft-lb on transfer case (fill and drain plugs) and 22 ft-lb on manual transmission (fill and drain plugs). I appreciate you, brother.

[@trailrunnah8886]

I actually enjoy fluid changes like this. They're fairly easy to do, and I find watching the fluid drain out soothing. It's also a nice feeling driving around the vehicle knowing that they're all fresh fluids in the drivetrain. I bought a fluid transfer pump for like 7 bucks from my local discount store tool section, and it made filling the transfer case and differentials so much easier. I just poured the quarts into a clean 1 gallon container, and just filled from that.

[@AutoEdits]

Great point!

[@chrismckenna4689]

I'm a little late to the party, but thanks to your videos I just finished changing my front and rear diff fluids, my transfer case fluid, and my manual trans fluid. Lubelocker gaskets front and rear, and nary a leak anywhere. Thanks for making it easy enough that I could do it!

[@AutoEdits]

I'm very happy to hear this... glad it helped!

[@DrJosh2]

Aftermarket driveshafts greased, transmission and transfer case fluids changed, went ahead with front differential fluid too… stopped there and started taping/painting my Metalcloak diff covers so they’re ready for the next project-4.5” lock ‘n load plus HD steering with all parts sitting right in my garage. For reals: I’ve appreciated all of your videos. Entire Metalcloak overline system plus routine maintenance plus lift and steering next… *cheers* and hope to see you out there some day. In Alaska now, but Washington next.

[@AutoEdits]

Love hearing this! Thanks so much for the support here and sharing your project!

[@stephenhagen234]

Just changed all my fluids in the drivetrain: differential fluid, 6-speed manual transmission fluid, and of course the transfer case fluid. Almost 78,000 miles on the fluid and it all came out as clean as when new. I use Amsoil products as replacement fluids. Best there is.

[@wailingalen]

As a Jeep owner myself Thank You!

[@nrolfsen]

I can’t thank you enough for all the detail and work you put into your videos. They really are great and super helpful! Thanks for all the awesome content!

[@AutoEdits]

You are so welcome! Thank you!

[@Sergeant_Prepper]

Great video! After seeing this, I changed the fluid in mine yesterday! I needed to buy a T55 torx bit for the fill plug. For the skid plate, I removed the two back bolts and one front bolt. I loosened the other front bolt, and then just rotated the skid plate out of the way without having to remove it completely. This made it very easy! Thanks for the advice and encouragement!

[@AutoEdits]

Good stuff!

[@michaeldurling793]

Jason, thank you for the inspiration, my oil change is due soon so I ordered the fluids and tools for my trans and transfer case. I need to do the diff's as well but that will be another day, I am anticipating a fight with the skid plate, I don't think it's ever been off and my rig is 12 years old now. I appreciate you making that an easy shopping experience. PEACE

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much!

[@vav413]

Jason thanks for this! - I have PTSD from transfer cases - used to have a patriot. It was my first 4x4 long story short I never maintained the transfer case and one day it self destructed taking a lot of the transmission with it. I have a jk now and looking forward to doing this when the mileage calls for it.

[@AutoEdits]

Yikes! and good luck!

[@steveuppole5521]

General maintenance video's, keep them coming. These are things a lot of people overlook till it gives them problems. P.S. Thanks for bring up eye protection. I work on equipment overhead all the time and safety glasses are a must.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks, will do!

[@nutteyconcretecutter1852]

Just did the leaky transmission on my wife 05 4.0 it was a mess I had to drill out 6 bolts as they were stripped out from the previous owner i did the differentials front and back already too now its transfer case tomorrow good video

[@AutoEdits]

Sounds like a lot of work, good job getting it all done 👍

[@Roberto68n]

DONE!! Just finished changing the transfer case fluid! Thanks for the video and the inspiration to get the job done!! PS. Of course, had to clean the factory skip plate before installing it back! Another Jason cleaning habit! 👍

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome! Like to hear this!

[@Wolf9326]

Love this series of fluid change videos! Next up, coolant system flush??😃

[@AutoEdits]

Great suggestion! I'm still early for that but it's on the list for internet points for sure!

[@tedballard4832]

$230 for the dealer to do for this easy peezy - great video!

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome!

[@dacke9000]

Please Jason, please continue with this series and do a video for both how to change your power steering fluid and brake fluid!

[@allan9419]

Woah! Monster valves!! 😱

[@AutoEdits]

Yeah buddy! I'm pretty excited as well.

[@dandahermitseals5582]

Not bad. My Comamche is the tow package option with the 4;liter and Aisen auto. 195 + thousand miles.probly all.origial everything😢😅 wonder if the traklok would work if I drained cleaned And! Posi lube???

[@eriksnuggerud3818]

Thankyou, very straight forward and excellent directions and advice.

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you for this.

[@davegreen3615]

Great video Good commentary

[@AutoEdits]

Much appreciated!

[@MrLaughingcorpse]

I used a little hand pump that screws onto the top of the cap from autozone. Helps also with the gear oil change to the front differential where mine is blocked off from getting the bottle to the fill hole.

[@senditentertainment4361]

Wow that’s kinda frustrating. I thought I was already subscribed! Stoked I’ll be kept up to date now

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!

[@navseal345]

If I remember correctly, from the 2 years I worked at a Mopar dealership... ATF+4 is a full synthetic ATF (at least that's what is says on Mopar bottles). While like a Dexron 3/ Mecron is not full synthetic.

[@AutoEdits]

Not exactly sure if that's correct since the lucas is semi synthetic and is atf+4 but I'm no expert...lol

[@raymondpettersen6008]

Question on semi vs full. When ordering from Amazon via the link in the description, they shipped full synthetic vs the semi that you used in the video. Will the full work or does it need to be the semi? Thanks

[@AutoEdits]

Good question... after a bit of research I found the semi (used in this video) is a little more universally compatible to older vehicles but the FULL synthetic is actually far superior in quality and is better for use in these Jeeps. I will actually order that next time... so thanks for that little inspiration for better knowledge!

[@lildynomite9327]

Very good video. Easy to follow. Definitely a good money saver if you're willing to get a little dirty. Dealer wants 775 to change diff and transfer fuild... lol Thankfully we have awesome KZbinrs like you to show us how to do these things ourselves.

[@AutoEdits]

Right on!!! Thanks for taking a minute to say so!

[@hemi5.7villain]

Shop I know told me 300 transfer case transmission rear n did i have my own fluids I’m slowly learning work on my 07 Chrysler Aspen 5.7

[@WreckedBrewery]

Love your videos! Can you do one for changing the diff fluids? Would love to see your process.

[@AutoEdits]

Sure thing... this is an older one but check this out... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKK3l5-oe62Srtk

[@WreckedBrewery]

@@AutoEditsJust watched. Thank you! The concept looks to be similar as the new JL's don't have a drain plug in the diffs anymore. But they do have a reusable gasket. I''ve not been able to find many videos of this full process on a newer JL. So watching yours gives me an idea, except I won't need to use gasket maker sealant. Oh, and your diff covers are awesome. Cheers!

[@doejohn6865]

The people who complain that Jeep is a bad brand simply doesn’t understand that THIS IS JEEP LIFE! If you aren’t prepared to roll up your sleeves to get some maintenance done on your jeep then DONT BUY ONE! The life is just not for you…..

[@adidas4275]

love our monster valves..... great product and with CO2 you air up so fast through the monster chuck.

[@AutoEdits]

Couldn't agree more!

[@afroRuben08]

Fml when you said 30k intervals bc I have had my jeep since it had 100k miles on it and now it’s close to 200k and I have never changed that fluid 😅 I will get to that now lol

[@AutoEdits]

Hey, at least now you know... lol

[@skiper7285]

Clear and good explanation! And funny 😂😂😂😂

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks! 😃

[@oliverschmidt1365]

Thanks!

[@AutoEdits]

I'm so grateful for this... THANK YOU!

[@oliverschmidt1365]

@@AutoEdits Thank you for the great guidance!

[@ssrevo007]

Nice. there's something about mary👍👍 one of my favorites. I just did my 6speed on my 16 JKUR with the Royal purple like you used and I just came up a little short on the fluid. And couldn’t get the last drop in so I had to get a 3rd bottle. But I let it drain for a couple hours. Great video again 👍

[@AutoEdits]

Very nice! Great job on the deep movie quote!!!!!!!!!

[@JustNobodyButME]

Another Great video! I'm just about needing to do this myself so, thanks so much. I have a lot of cleaning to do on it first from the mud at Windrock in TN. I definitely enjoyed that ride.

[@AutoEdits]

Good luck!

[@JustNobodyButME]

@@AutoEdits I'm sure i'll make more of a mess than you.

[@Skitter302]

Every time I buy a 4x4 I make sure to change the T-case fluid. That 2qts of fluid has to do alot of work.

[@AutoEdits]

truth!

[@Lkkjbsu]

Great video! The only question I have is do you get it hot first or do it cold?

[@AutoEdits]

Hey there, this stuff is not that thick so working on room temperature components under there is much more pleasant than hot.

[@Lkkjbsu]

@AutoEdits you are amazing for responding personally! I appreciate the help bigtime. I have the metalcloak skid plates and want to do all my fluids while I have that fortress off the undercarriage. Thanks again!

[@FlatRat3]

Hey! I just did this last Tuesday!

[@AutoEdits]

Did it go easy for ya?

[@FlatRat3]

Yes sir it did. Luckily I did it then too. I noticed a sheared off zerk fitting on the end of my front drive shaft and had to replace. Turned a 15 job into a four hour one taking out the shaft and replacing the joint with a new Spicer. All good though! If i hadnt done rhe PM, i never would have known till it faileda Love the vids!! Keep it up!

[@migdaliadiaz8830]

how you flush antifreeze on 2008 jeep wrangler and greasing front end

[@AutoEdits]

I'm looking into that one.

[@Yankee_Hunter]

Jason you just saved us anywhere from $75-$160.

[@AutoEdits]

I love that you appreciate that it's a "how to" type of thing here!!!

[@bjack347]

Love your channel. It has inspired some fun projects in the garage. I am a relative newbie to working on vehicles though. Any chance you’d be willing to do a diff fluid change on that beautiful rig of yours? I followed your vids while doing a fluid change for the transmission and transfer case on a 2008 Sahara JKU (manual, of course) with 75,000 miles. I even read some of those crazy forums and did a coolant flush on my own. But I’m honestly a little intimidated and not sure I’m ready to start messing with those pumpkins. Any advice is appreciated; even if it’s “take it to the dealer to be serviced” haha

[@drepagaming]

Diff fluid change is just as easy as the transmission or transfer case. Take off the fill plug, then drain, then fill until it just starts coming out of the fill hole. Easy peasy.

[@AutoEdits]

It is pretty easy... thanks so much for the shout! Here's a video I did replacing the diff covers but it should give you the basic idea of the fluid change on them kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKK3l5-oe62Srtk

[@wayneC7]

What happens if you use synthetic royal purple gear oil in your transfer case? I realize it took ATF after I changed it thinking gears are gears

[@AutoEdits]

Totally fine!

[@guybattaglini9087]

Hey there ,firstly great videos. Need some expert advice ..... due to many threads about Transmission fluid change... pros and cons . I am starting to do more hands on pairs on my 2016 Wrangler . I have neglected my Transmission fluid change on my Jeep Wrangler, it has about 190,000 kilometres, is it still ok to change the transmission fluid or is it better to now leave it alone ?

[@AutoEdits]

Howdy. Absolutely change the transmission fluid. Here's a video on how to do an automatic kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZinm5avhp2te7c and this one is for a manual transmission kzbin.info/www/bejne/n325kp-LjbN2p80

[@clintdavis9717]

Hey Jason thanks for another good video but I have a question where did you get the front turn signal lights on your Jeep!

[@AutoEdits]

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[@eddylozanomusic]

"I have a calibrated elbow" should be a t-shirt lol

[@AutoEdits]

Done 😂 autoedits-store-2.creator-spring.com/listing/calibrated-elbow-autoedits?product=934&variation=103882&size=4831

[@4speed3pedals]

The 231J transfer case hold 2.1pints to be full. 2 quarts is actually overfilling.

[@williewillbby]

Awesome content brother!

[@AutoEdits]

Appreciate it!

[@kjm8135]

Transfer case fluid change is every 60k miles if you use the Jeep off-road. Just inspect the fluid at 30k miles, check color and should be dribbling out of fill hole.

[@AutoEdits]

Haynes says 30 but if you don't go off road much... 60 would be totally fine.

[@kjm8135]

@@AutoEdits this is good to know. thanks. was just going off manual, but wanted an excuse to do it earlier too

[@maxwebb2686]

Excellent video and tutorial once again Jason! How many miles are on the JK now, and how are you enjoying the new D44 Fusion axle??

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks a bunch. The Fusion Elite44 is one of the best decisions I've made on the Jeep. All of the components (rare parts, reid knuckles, psc, etc.) together feel unbelievably good and give me so much confidence. Really looking forward to getting the Fusion semi float rear and just being so happy about the foundation of the rig!

[@maxwebb2686]

@@AutoEdits About to upgrade my front axle and the Fusion Elite along with your video is making it very enticing! I hate to bother, but how many miles are on your rig now?

[@AutoEdits]

I think about 70k

[@glennballo8293]

Great video! Thanks.

[@AutoEdits]

You betcha!

[@MrLaughingcorpse]

I see advice to always use ATF +4 and nothing else in the transfer case. I put Volvoline full synthetic in mine but says Dextron VI on bottle and other stuff but no +4. Not sure now about it.

[@jimmyvalhalla1939]

I run straight 30 motor oil in my TC

[@Licenciagrio]

Excellent!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JAStewart2]

I know this maybe a silly question, but I have a 6-speed manual transmission. Obviously 4x4 is always manual. When searching amazon, the fluid you recommended doesn't come up. It is in fact OK to use in the transfer case?

[@AutoEdits]

Here's a link directly to the shopping page with both fluids for Jeep JK's. The transfer case uses ATF+4 and the manual transmission uses SYNCHROMAX Trans fluid ... not the same stuff

[@JAStewart2]

@@AutoEdits Thank you

[@BustedWalletGarage]

A proper fluid change include dumping 2 quarts of oil in one’s hair & dirty kitty litter to mop it up ?

[@AutoEdits]

🙃😂

[@timking2194]

Good easy video thanks

[@AutoEdits]

You are welcome!

[@msc1064]

I have a 1993 jeep wrangler; it has a 5-speed manual transmission. Does it have transmission fluid in the transfer case, or when I change the gear oil up front in the transmission is this all I need to do?

[@AutoEdits]

Yes, the transfer case has it's own fluid that needs to be changed.

[@BaptismOverland]

Would you use that same fluid on a manual transmission? I'm about to do mine and don't know if there's a difference.

[@AutoEdits]

This Jeep has a manual transmission and here's how to change that fluid... it is different kzbin.info/www/bejne/n325kp-LjbN2p80

[@BaptismOverland]

@@AutoEdits sorry I should've specified. I changed my transmission fluid already so I'm good there. It's def different (and EASIER! Lol) My question was about transfer case fluid. You used the Lucas transmission oil for the transfer case. I need to change mine as well. Would I use the Lucas for AT in the transfer case there like you did or do I just use the MT oil for the the transfer case?

[@AutoEdits]

This video shows exactly what I recommend and use. Lucas ATF for transfer case and the other video demonstrates synchromesh for manual transmission. @@BaptismOverland

[@BaptismOverland]

@@AutoEdits first of all thank you btw. I haven't found a clear cut answer to this since there aren't as many videos on manuals. So just to make sure we are on the same page, you would use the Lucas ATF in the transfer case regardless if it's a manual or automatic transmission?

[@diablostang1927]

At what mileage is the maintenance oil change recommended??

[@ragtopbuggy]

Thats a movie with Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline. I cant remember the name though

[@AutoEdits]

I like the guess... but I was thinking from Something About Mary

[@Kevin90909]

Old Yul Brunner movie....for the late 50s...early 60s?

[@doughinchman3071]

That’s where it originally came from, but who has seen that movie? It was a regular mention on Rocky and Bullwinkle by the villain Boris. Autoedits was quoting it from There’s Something About Mary when Ben Stiller said it.

[@AutoEdits]

This right here.

[@AutoEdits]

Love that you took it here!

[@ralphmortensen7640]

Great video. It's helpful and I will do all these fluid changes to my Jeep Wrangler.

[@AutoEdits]

Right on!

[@christianramirez2390]

I have 120k miles on my Jeep jk & have never changed my transfer case oil. Is it smart to just let it be or change the transfer case oil? What do you think? Thanks Jason

[@AutoEdits]

Yes

[@bobolsen8941]

Lucas is the best

[@AutoEdits]

I've had good luck with the products.

[@dPtnsmsdhkd]

Is it the same with automatic transmission?

[@AutoEdits]

Yes

[@ICYUNVM3]

Need to do this. Anyone have issues with these plugs or the diff plugs seeping after you install and torque them back up?

[@AutoEdits]

Nope

[@mikesilveira6691]

Any reason why you didn't use Royal Purple Max ATF?

[@AutoEdits]

I like the Lucas better for all the reasons I mention in the video.

[@CodyTalley]

I couldn't find your differential fluid change.

[@AutoEdits]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKK3l5-oe62Srtk

[@milllworks]

did it.

[@jeffi.8074]

My dealer told me it’s not recommended to change the oil for our transfer cases (automatic). True or false? Idk why they would tell me that.

[@AutoEdits]

What model? Your vehicle manual will specify... for my Jeep Wrangler it clearly states 60,000 mile change for transfer case fluid.

[@jeffi.8074]

@@AutoEdits Hello! I have a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Jk 4dr, 3.6L V6 with an automatic transmission.

[@AutoEdits]

That does need to be changed just like I show in this video.

[@jeffi.8074]

@@AutoEdits Thank you so much, you're the best!

[@usama.imagineers]

Love

[@donausmus4281]

I tried to take the skid plate off. The first bolt turned and compromised the fastener. Now I have a bolt to cut off (somehow) and a fastener ( probably a nut rivet) to install. Don't recommend taking skid plate off. And it's a 2022.

[@AutoEdits]

It's best to sort that out now. Being able to remove and re-install those parts will be handy in the long run. I put anti-seize on all the bolts every time I service them.

[@woof3598]

coolant flush ?

[@AutoEdits]

It's on the list... I'm a little early for that but will bump it up for video.

[@sluggotinfantryman]

Valvoline did my front diff. Oil. Transfer case. Radiator. Trans. Air filter. Tire check. Windshield fluid for $371. Ellensburg WA. They are competent.

[@krod2162]

Did you make sure to watch them to make sure they actually did the job.....trust but verify

[@marinellym8444]

anyone know if a 2017 jeep cherokee sport uses a 1 speed or 2 speed transfer case?

[@AutoEdits]

does it have 4 low or just 4 high? that's how you tell ... 4 low means 2 speeds

[@marinellym8444]

@@AutoEdits oh man..im not sure. i know i need the transfer case removed. the mechanic is charging $3k. so i figured maybe i can buy the part myself and it would be cheaper. he just drove the car and said it was a 2 speed but i thought you could only tell by looking at the tag on the transfer case? i just wanted to be sure before buying it.

[@automotive474]

​@@marinellym8444you can tell by checking on the center console if you have a big ol lever with some markings next to it of which some will read "4L" and "4H". That's a "2 speed" transfer case.

[@abbasforamerica7508]

JASONJJEEP I LIKE YOU YOU'RE COOL FUNNY AND EDUCATIONAL ! GREAT VIDEO!!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks! 😃

[@sierramantrvlnus]

Yay!

[@AutoEdits]

👋

[@gillafunk]

Lol. Strong like bull. 😂😂

[@AutoEdits]

Glad you got that!!!! 😂

[@flyinglpranch3886]

Point of Order: @~7:40 you say "...NPT style thread which means it's National Pipe Thread..." This is not correct. NPT Stands for "National Pipe Taper." There is also NPS which stands for "National Pipe Straight." It's the "P" which means "Pipe" that calls out "Pipe" Thread. NPT threads are typically used on connections that you want to seal mechanically (e.g. water pipe); NPS Threads are typically used where mechanical strength of the connection is more important than the "seal" (e.g. electrical conduit thread)... FYI...

[@USfoolsgold]

Didn't need the instruction just bored. Very well done though. Thorough and upbeat, inspires confidence in the viewer.

[@AutoEdits]

I appreciate this, thanks!

[@TattedTaco]

yes!!

[@TattedTaco]

good video. i just changed the trans fluid after watching last weeks video! now ill be doing this lol. i have the 2010 3.8l and magically lost 3qts of oil 2 weeks ago and been tracking that issue down. changed the pcv valve and seems to be good now fingers crossed. Doing a compression test this week tho just incase. Thanks for the video!

[@AutoEdits]

Congrats and good luck on the oil thing!!!

[@CENTROTERAPEUTICOCAPACITACIONE]

and I didn't change the filter?

[@AutoEdits]

no filter

[@reviewswithdouglas]

Sanctum (2011)

[@AutoEdits]

I don't think I've ever seen that one... glad you threw that in for me to look up!

[@NarleyAdventures]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@AutoEdits]

👍🙃🤔

[@NarleyAdventures]

@@AutoEdits 🤣

[@casperrudy2314]

Dance's with Wolves

[@AutoEdits]

I need to re-watch that now...lol

[@shirleyewing7304]

Amsoil

[@AutoEdits]

I like Amsoil... just can't find it locally.

[@donausmus4281]

Yes, Amsoil Signature ATF+4

[@BustedWalletGarage]

@9:10

[@AutoEdits]

🤘

[@BernardManansala]

There's Something About Mary

[@AutoEdits]

YUP!

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

Protect your investment for long life .

[@AutoEdits]

Yep!

[@ron8975]

15 to 25 ftlbs fill and drain.....

[@AutoEdits]

fair enough

[@Andrew-iq5ud]

Hey man can i do the transfer case change before changing the transmission fluid? Do the fluid mix at all?

[@AutoEdits]

Yes you can. They don't mix at all if everything is operating correctly. The transfer case fluid has a shorter service interval as well.

[@reinaldohernandez732]

Do you have to change the transmission fluid and filter at the same time?

[@AutoEdits]

No, you do the transmission separately.

[@banksblast3095]

Is the transfer case different than changing your transmission fluid? I have a 2016 Jeep sarhara wrangler

[@AutoEdits]

Yes they are different. If you have an automatic transmission use this video as a reference kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZinm5avhp2te7c If you have a manual transmission Jeep, use this video as a how to kzbin.info/www/bejne/n325kp-LjbN2p80

[@banksblast3095]

@@AutoEdits thank you for clarifying that!