The 8-Bolt PTO Cover can be removed and installed with the transmission in-vehicle.
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1. 8-Bolt PTO Cover 2. PTO Cover Cap Screws (x8) - 18 mm |
Locate the Oil Drain Plug on the back of the rear housing.
Place a suitable container under the Oil Drain Plug.
Note: If reusing oil, use a clean container free of contamination and debris.
Remove the Oil Drain Plug with a 6 mm hex key and drain the oil.
If PTO-equipped, remove PTO and drain the oil.
Inspect Oil Drain Plug and O-ring for damage. If damaged, replace the Oil Drain Plug; O-ring is serviced with plug.
Install the Oil Drain Plug (6 mm) and torque to 24.5-29.5 Nm (18-22 lb-ft).
Remove 8 PTO Cover 18 mm cap screws.
Separate 8-Bolt PTO Cover from Main Housing at the 2 pry points.
Clean the sealing surface on the transmission and 8-Bolt PTO cover with gasket remover and a plastic scraper. Let air dry then wipe with a clean dry cloth.
Inspect threaded bolt holes for debris and clean if necessary.
Apply Gasket Sealant with a bead width of 1.4-2.4 mm (0.055-0.094 inch) to Main Housing as shown in pattern below.
Note: Parts must be assembled within 10 minutes of applying Gasket Sealant.
Install the 8-Bolt PTO Cover onto Main Housing with 8 18 mm cap screws and torque to 69-81 Nm (51-60 lb-ft) in a criss-cross pattern.
Note: Perform the transmission fill procedure with transmission installed in vehicle to ensure proper transmission angle.
Remove the Oil Fill Plug with a 6 mm hex key.
Place a suitable container under the Oil Check Plug and remove the Oil Check Plug with a 6 mm hex key.
Fill the transmission with PS-386 lube until a small amount of oil runs out of the Oil Check Plug hole.
Note: Fill capacity is approximately 7.5-8.5 liters (16-18 pints) depending on the transmission angle.
Inspect Oil Check Plug and O-ring for damage. If damaged, replace the Oil Check Plug; O-ring is serviced with plug.
Install the Oil Check Plug (6 mm) and torque to 24.5-29.5 Nm (18-22 lb-ft).
Inspect Oil Fill Plug and O-ring for damage. If damaged, replace the Oil Fill Plug; O-ring is serviced with plug.
Install the Oil Fill Plug (6 mm) and torque to 24.5-29.5 Nm (18-22 lb-ft).
Inspect transmission for a PTO.