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transmission fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubri-
cants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. To assure
performance, it is important that the proper lubricant be
used.
Rear Carrier
The fluid should be maintained at the bottom of the filler
hole opening. if it becomes necessary to add or replace
the fluid, use only the manufacturers recommended
fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid Changes
The fluid should be changed as follows:
Normal Usage No Service Required
Severe Usage
Power Transfer Unit 15,000 miles (24 000 km)
Overrunning Clutch 22,500 miles (36 000 km)
Rear Carrier 22,500 miles (36 000 km)
Severe Usage is defined as:
1. More than 50% of vehicle operation in stop and go
traffic where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than
45 minutes of continuous operation, such as in heavy city
or in construction zone traffic,
2. Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or
trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for
more than 45 minutes of continuous operation.
Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.
No regular maintenance is required for these compo-
nents.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on
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