Two-Speed Axles With Shift Unit

57X mm 35.02.005

    Important: Also do the appropriate procedure under the heading "All Axle Models."

    Notice: Failure to keep lubricant at the specified level could cause damage to the axle shift unit.

  1. Clean the shift unit oil fill plug, and the area surrounding the plug. See Fig.. Turn the fill plug counterclockwise to remove it.

    1. Housing Cover Gasket

    2. Oil Fill Plug

    3. Shift Unit Housing Cover

    Fig. 1, Two-Speed-Axle Shift Unit

  2. Insert a finger or pipe cleaner into the fill plug hole and check the fluid level. The lubricant should be level with the bottom of the fill hole. If low, add the recommended lubricant.
  3. Coat the threads of the fill plug with a small amount of Loctite® 242, or equivalent sealant. Install the fill plug finger-tight in the rear axle shift unit housing. Using a wrench, tighten it an additional 1-1/2 turns.
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Parent topic: Axle Breather and Axle Lubricant Level Inspection
Document Number: 0000117583
Manual Publication Date: 2024-05-13
Topic Publication Date: 2025-04-05