FORD 2009 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 384)

TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Turn off the
power running boards, if
equipped, before working under
the vehicle, jacking or placing any
object under the vehicle. Never
place your hand between the
extended running board and the
vehicle. A moving running board
may cause injury.
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level.
3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance
product specifications and capacities section in this chapter.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT, DRIVESHAFT AND SLIP YOKE
WARNING: Turn off the power running boards, if equipped,
before working under the vehicle, jacking or placing any object
under the vehicle. Never place your hand between the extended
running board and the vehicle. A moving running board may cause
injury.
If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped
with grease fittings, lubrication will be necessary.
Note: Your vehicle’s driveshaft is balanced. If undercoating the vehicle,
protect the driveshaft and universal joints to prevent overspray of any
2009 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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