[HOW TO] Change Transfer Case Fluid on 2015-2022 Colorado / Canyon - (Easy Drain & Fill)

[@fondupot]

Leave a comment if this helped you change your transfer case fluid! Here is a link to the fluid: amzn.to/3azHFmM

[@kennethbrick406]

Thanks for being direct and to the point. When they make videos, some people like to hear themselves talk. I turn them off.

[@fondupot]

Kenneth Brick thanks a lot. Glad to help.

[@sylviabrown3793]

Amen!!!!

[@adeptus-1118]

Learned how to do the diffs from your videos and now back for the transfercase, not complicated and straight to the point. Good stuff

[@fondupot]

Thanks for watching!

[@jflo322]

Simple but sweet. Straight to the point

[@MFO46]

Your video just made my maintenance 75% easier! Thank you!

[@AndrewSmith-yd8vy]

Good one mate, clear and straight to the point, made it easy to do my holden colardo in Australia, same car different badge..

[@fondupot]

Right on brother. Thanks for watching!

[@xthebeastwithinx]

You have helped me change my front and rear diff fluid and I will be doing this soon. Just bought a 2017 colorado z71. Thank you for good videos! Right to the point and the important info is emphasized.

[@fondupot]

Glad to help! Transfer case is just as easy as the diffs. Good luck! Thanks for watching.

[@josuemata1911]

Bro!!! Great channel I own a 2018 GMC canyon and these videos are great!! Keep it up!! Thanks for the informative videos

[@fondupot]

Josue Mata thanks for the support.

[@craigdelong6147]

great video. concise and direct, just the way they should be

[@fondupot]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching.

[@Cocora22]

Hi, I followed your directions and changed the transfer case, and front and rear differential fluids on his 2016 Chevy Colorado. I used AMSOIL signature ATF in the transfer case and the AMSOIL synthetic gear oil in the differentials. Your videos were excellent! All the services were very easy to perform, other than being a little messy since you have to get under the truck. I did not find it at all necessary to lift it onto stands at all, specially since I’m pretty small anyway. I do have a small torx wrench I use for bikes so I torx to 24 nm. Any lady out there can really perform these services on just about any vehicle and I would highly encourage it. You are guaranteed to know exactly what fluid went in and that it was done right. Thank you again for your excellent videos!

[@fondupot]

Cocora22, thanks for your comment. I am so glad to hear the video helped you work on your truck. Glad to have a lady subscribed too! Thanks for watching!

[@reginaldsmall3766]

You used the best amsoil 100% synthetic. No orther oil co. Can say that.

[@stevepompei3694]

How the heck did you fit under there to do the front diff oil, im pretty thin but can't even fit.?

[@Cocora22]

@@stevepompei3694 only 5 feet tall and petite female. Finally some advantage to being small!

[@fondupot]

Get a set of ramps!

[@robertneville777]

Thank you for your video, I was able to follow it and change my tcase oil! Only difference for me was both my plugs were Alan key

[@fondupot]

Interesting. What year is your truck? Glad to help! Thanks for watching.

[@stevepompei3694]

Mine were Allen's also 2020

[@fondupot]

Interesting!

[@stevepompei3694]

8mm Allen key

[@robertneville777]

My year is 2019

[@DS-zy9kq]

Thanks for video. I spilled a good bit on refill of the 2 quarts. Should I be concerned about there being sufficient volume in there? Only had the 2 quarts.

[@fondupot]

You want to make sure you have enough fluid that it leaks over the fill port just a little bit. So if it didn't leak over the fill port, its probably low and you should add some.

[@georgesznitsky7144]

thanks for the how to i will be doing this soon

[@fondupot]

Glad to help! Good luck

[@Zach492]

So why do both of my socket sets lack an 18mm socket?? 😡. Great vids!!

[@fondupot]

Ha dang! Thanks for watching though.

[@cl2754]

Great video. Did you use the mobile 1 that's in your link (Amazon link). For your transmission too?

[@fondupot]

Find my transmission video. And that has a link to the fluid I used. But I’m pretty sure it’s the same link as this fluid used in this video.

[@stchman]

According to GM, the transfer case takes Dexron VI. The new Dexron HP can be used in place of all previous Dexon fluids from what I understand.

[@fondupot]

Yes. I used the Dexron HP ATF. It’s the newer fluid.

[@gastonmaya1039]

This wouldn’t harm the 6 speed transmission on the 15-16 model Colorados right? Just wanting to make sure. Since from 2017-2020 models have that 8 speed trans.

[@fondupot]

I’ve read the fluid is backwards compatible with Dexron VI ATF. So it should be fine in the 6 speed.

[@gastonmaya1039]

Fondupot's Garage awesome! “No harm no foul.”

[@jopyjetta]

The title of this post is from 2015-2022 but , the Z71 from 2020-2022 does not have the drain plug , changing the title will be a great detail on that , the information is great about what oil and the tools and everything, but the 2020-2022 is a little bit more complicated than that, thanks for the video

[@fondupot]

I know they removed the drain from the differentials. But I was not aware they removed it from the transfer case as well. First I’m hearing of it. If that’s the case you can simply siphon the fluid out using an extractor pump. Then refill as shown.

[@jopyjetta]

I have to tell you that’s a wonderful idea i will take it and use it, thank you very much, thank for making this videos

[@fondupot]

@@jopyjetta Cheers. Good luck! Here is a link to a fluid transfer pump that I have used in the past. I keep a couple of these in the garage for misc. project. They come in handy. amzn.to/4f2MaqB

[@ericrump9703]

Thanks, your videos are great! I just bought a 17 canyon denali duramax. I plan on changing all the fluids

[@fondupot]

Good call! Thanks for watching!!

[@zerofuckkksgiven8027]

Great videos! I have a 2018 Colorado crew cab 4x4. I have the diesel though. Very hard to find oil for the diesel. It takes a special type

[@fondupot]

The Veteran thanks! I didn’t realize the diesel was special. I figured any dexos 5W30 would do the trick.

[@zerofuckkksgiven8027]

Fondupot's Garage you have to use the new 5w30 Dexos 2. It’s like a European diesel oil basically. And nobody carries it except like Summit racing, and maybe a few others. It’s just hard to find, and it’s pricey. You can order it now on Amazon. I’ve owned several diesels and this one is great engine and performance for what it is. But getting the oil is not easy to get yet.

[@Paintballkilla95]

@@zerofuckkksgiven8027 my local Walmart carries Penzoil Euro L which is dexos 2 certified. It's not at every one of them around me, but I can typically find it at one of them.

[@reginaldsmall3766]

Babalou 212 Amsoil makes a oil for the 2.8 duramax diesel 5-30 the best 100% synthetic

[@reginaldsmall3766]

Boco LWN they are not full synthetic. Only amsoil 100% synthetic

[@kevinvoyer5053]

Whenever I change differential and transfer case fluids I will liberally spray carb cleaner into the fill hole, till it runs out just about clear. Then leave both plugs out for a few minutes, so the residue can evaporate, then repeat once with a short spray till it runs out the drain again. Then let evaporate again for a while. Then replace the drain plug and refill with the appropriate fluid, using synthetic fluid. The transfer case and fluid should not be dirty like differential fluid can be, so it more important cleaning out the differentials. If you have a removable cover, I will always plan to remove, clean inside and out and detail the cover, or replace with finned aftermarket type.

[@fondupot]

Not a bad idea. Thanks for posting!

[@secaII]

Great video, thanks!

[@fondupot]

Thanks for watching.

[@underscr0e]

Do the newer trucks…say 2021 and up ask for that new fluid nowadays in the manuals?

[@fondupot]

It calls for regular Dexron VI ATF. But I’ve been running the newer fluid without issue.

[@thiagofeltrin9841]

You helped a lot, thank you!

[@fondupot]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.

[@HR-rt9nh]

Thanks for the heads up! i will do mine, im at 33k

[@fondupot]

Glad to help! Good luck!

[@8180634]

Does the manual specify the Teflon tape on the threads? I've never seen that on an automotive application before.

[@fondupot]

Not that I know. I’ve always done it. Teflon tape is oil resistant and heat resistant. So it’s fine being used on the diff plugs and t-case plugs.

[@johnverceles9419]

Can you please do a video on how to change the transmission oil. That would be awesome!

[@fondupot]

John Verceles thanks for request. It will be quite some time before I would need to do this. I just had the transmission flushed as part of a service bulletin at my dealer. This transmission also doesn’t have a dipstick and no drain plug. Which makes it difficult to change the fluid without special equipment.

[@stchman]

@@fondupot The transmission pan also does not have a drain plug so you'll have to evacuate the fluid from the fill port on the right side of the transmission. You fill the fluid from the fill port until it comes out the check plug on the pan.

[@fondupot]

Yes. I am aware. You have to drop the pan in order to drain the fluid.

[@stchman]

@@fondupot You do not have to drop pan. Simply evacuate the fluid through the fill port.

[@fondupot]

I guess you could pump it out that way.

[@mitchelllira4189]

They changed the plugs on 2019 canyon. The plugs are hex bits now.

[@fondupot]

Yes. 5/16” hex.

[@sahrayroeun3312]

So I ran into a problem while trying to purchase the product with the link you gave for the Acdelco ATF. Says it isn't compatible with my 2015 gmc canyon on Amazon.

[@fondupot]

Not sure why it says that. But Amazon has been known to be wrong. Here is the AC Delco Dexron VI fluid that the dealership uses. amzn.to/3f5IBDH

[@rayaldally9677]

Thank you for this!

[@fondupot]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching

[@mr.z3161]

Is it recommended when I change my transfer case fluid to change the transmission fluid? Do they share fluids???? Thank you…

[@fondupot]

They do not share fluids.

[@mr.z3161]

Hi I had one more question, can I use Mobile One brand on the differential front and back as well for the transfer case on a 2016 Chevy Colorado 4x4?

[@fondupot]

I would recommend using a fluid that does NOT have the Limited Slip modifier in it. I originally used the mobil1 with the LS modifier, and drained it out after a short period, because it was causing issues. I replaced it with the OEM GM fluid that does not have the LS modifier, and my issues went away. As for the transfer case, you can use the mobil1 ATF Fluid that I used in my transfer case video.

[@mr.z3161]

@@fondupot . Great. Thank you for the advice

[@fondupot]

@@mr.z3161 You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@nkropnik]

Was the truck level or on ramps with nose up?

[@fondupot]

No ramps. Just on a flat level surface in my garage.

[@ahhhhhderf1]

Hello, Does the z71 have the same plug location as a zr2 19? I want to change my own but I think it might be in a different location.

[@fondupot]

Unfortunately. I think GM removed the drain plugs late 2018. So 2019 models no longer have the drain plug. In order to drain the oil you have to open up the bolts on the differential cover. I believe all models are like this now. Z71 and ZR2 alike.

[@ahhhhhderf1]

@@fondupot the actual shell around it? Do you think the plugs would be on the same spots once I open the shell?

[@fondupot]

The fill plug is in the same spot. But there is no longer a drain plug. So when you open the cover the fluid drains out.

[@ryanlogan2911]

Hi. Any idea the size and thread of the fill and drain to replace with a magnetic plug?

[@fondupot]

I am not sure. To be honest.

[@FilosefeAbstrac]

At what mileage should I do this? I have a 2017 Colorado at 34k miles.

[@fondupot]

I’d go ahead and do it now. Then every 45-50k after.

[@FilosefeAbstrac]

@@fondupot yeah was thinking might as well, the latest I was going to do it was at 40k.

[@fondupot]

I would do your front and rear diffs on the same schedule. They’re easy to do too. Videos on my channel.

[@tomacheteful]

How often to replace the transmission fluid? Also I have the 2WD.. is everything the same? Thanks again for all of this content. You've helped me do so much.

[@fondupot]

Tom. I think the GM recommendation is around 45,000 miles for “severe conditions”. The manual doesn’t have a normal condition interval. But I’d recommend around 60,000 miles. It should be the same for a 2WD but obviously you don’t have a transfer case. That’s only for 4WD. Glad to help!

[@tomacheteful]

@@fondupot thank you again. I know this is off the subject, but I've noticed a strong exhaust smell coming from the exhaust pipe for a while now.. any suggestions on what I could check? I just want to see what I can do on my own before I spend a ton of cash. Thanks again for all you do.

[@fondupot]

That’s a tough one. Could be any number of things. Engine burning oil. Coolant leak. Rich fuel mixture. Failing catalytic converters. Hard to diagnose that one.

[@tomacheteful]

@@fondupot thanks man...gonna take it in lol.

[@fondupot]

Good luck

[@trancedance08]

will this work with 2019 8 speed colorado?

[@fondupot]

Yep!

[@AndrewSmith-yd8vy]

Hi mate, if I could ask, my colarodo has only 1,500 Kay's on it so brand new, I selected low range the other day to test it ( it's a automatic) and it's very noisy (whiney) but high range 4wd is quite, is this normal?

[@fondupot]

There’s always going to be more noise when using 4wd from the front driveshaft spinning. But I’m not sure about there being excess noise in 4LO. I havent used that setting on my Canyon yet. Might be worth a trip to the dealer to have them check it out.

[@AndrewSmith-yd8vy]

@@fondupot looks like I best have them check it out, not real happy with dealer mechanics but I have no choice, when you try low range let me know how it went if you could, thanks for the reply, all the best Andy..

[@fondupot]

We’re you off-road when you tried 4LO? What speeds were you driving at in 4LO?

[@AndrewSmith-yd8vy]

@@fondupot no mate, on a gravel road.. I changed the transfer case oil after checking it had some but no change, my first new car after a lot of saveing so disappointed..

[@AndrewSmith-yd8vy]

@@fondupot up to 40 Kay's but mostly slower

[@Evobassfishmn]

So the transfer case uses the same fluid in the transmission?

[@fondupot]

Yes. Both use ATF.

[@Scarlet_Red5.7]

@@fondupot so you have drain both? Or just the one in the video. Far more complicated on colorado than my dodge ram lol

[@fondupot]

The transfer case and the transmission are separate. But they use the same type of fluid, ATF. Draining one does not drain the other.

[@azenyellow3111]

I am deaf. I cannot hear the sound in the video. I want to ask, how much Quart fluid is used for the transfer case and the variable speed? thank you！

[@fondupot]

Check the description for fluid capacity. 👍🏼 It is 2 quarts.

[@azenyellow3111]

@@fondupot thank you so much!

[@fondupot]

@@azenyellow3111 Glad to help. Good luck doing your fluid change!

[@arkwood5473]

What is the purpose of doing this ?

[@fondupot]

Transfer case fluid has a service interval just like everything else. It needs to be changed from time to time.

[@SuperNina666]

what about the filter?

[@fondupot]

Héctor Nina there isn’t a filter on the transfer case.

[@azazelakira12]

Why american cars have metric bolts?

[@fondupot]

Been that way for decades. Ask the manufacturer. What’s it matter anyways. A bolt is a bolt is a bolt.

[@azazelakira12]

Just asking 😂. I am used to metric on motorcycles so is good to me. Thanks for the answer