What kind of oil do you use in 2000 chev transfer case?

The 2000 Chevy Silverado uses a conventional transfer case, which uses SAE 80w or SAE 80w-90 lubricant. If You've swapped out Your transmission system, however, You may need to use SAE 10w-30 or 10w-40 engine oil for those systems. Finally, conventional systems use Dextron II transmission fluid.

1. What kind of oil do I need for a transfer case?
2. What kind of fluid goes in a 2001 Chevy transfer case?
3. Can I use ATF in my transfer case?
4. Is transfer case fluid the same as differential fluid?
5. How much oil does a Chevy transfer case hold?
6. What happens when transfer case fluid is low?
7. Is Auto Trak II fluid synthetic?
8. What kind of fluid goes in a 2002 Chevy transfer case?
9. Can you use 5w30 in a transfer case?
10. Where do you put the oil in a transfer case?
11. What is TES 295 transmission fluid?
12. What kind of transmission fluid does an Allison Transmission take?

What kind of oil do I need for a transfer case?

In most vehicles, a transfer case is filled with a small amount of gear oil (usually SAE 75W-85, 80W-90 or 75W-140 grade).

What kind of fluid goes in a 2001 Chevy transfer case?

You don't want to get into any wrecks on the road. Dex iii fluid is the type of transfer case fluid used in this vehicle.

Can I use ATF in my transfer case?

Most transfer cases are filled with an automatic transmission fluid, which is usually red in colour. Others use a thicker gear oil, and some use a specialized fluid that is specifically made just for that transfer case.

Is transfer case fluid the same as differential fluid?

The transfer case acts like a differential, but channels power to the two differentials on different axles rather than to two wheels on the same axle. As in a gearbox, a differential and transfer case require fluid to lubricate the gears, shafts and bearings where metal slides over metal.

How much oil does a Chevy transfer case hold?

Add approximately 1.6 quarts of Dexron-VI ATF through the fill hole until the fluid level reaches the bottom threads of the hole. Allow any excess fluid to drain back out of the fill hole.

What happens when transfer case fluid is low?

As transmission fluid escapes and overall fluid levels drop, your transfer case ends up without the lubrication it needs. This loss of lubricant increases metal-on-metal contact, thus increasing the volume of the sounds produced by the transfer case.

Is Auto Trak II fluid synthetic?

Valvoline^™ Multi-Vehicle Transfer Case Fluid is a full synthetic offering that meets the performance needs for transfer cases calling for Ford XL-12, GM Auto Trak II, as well as transfer cases requiring ATF fluids (DEX/MERC, ATF +4, etc).

What kind of fluid goes in a 2002 Chevy transfer case?

The type of transfer case fluid the 2002 Chevy Silverado 1500 uses is Dexron III-H/Mercon. The transmission is one of the most critical parts of the vehicle.

Can you use 5w30 in a transfer case?

Registered. You can use either atf or that full synthetic 5w30.

Where do you put the oil in a transfer case?

The drain and fill plugs are generally located facing the rear of the transfer case and vehicle. The lower plug is the drain and the plug located higher up is the fill. Remove the fill plug, then remove the drain plug.

What is TES 295 transmission fluid?

Kendall SHP 295 is a full synthetic, heavy-duty automatic transmission fluid that offers excellent friction durability to ensure smooth shifting, outstanding low-temperature properties for year-round use and easy shifting in cold weather, as well as rust and corrosion protection.

What kind of transmission fluid does an Allison Transmission take?

Allison Transmission TES 295^® Approved Fluids are approved for use in Allison 1000 Series™, 2000 Series™, 3000 Series™, 4000 Series™ and H 40/50 EP™ on-highway products. Allison recommends that customers using TES 295^® Approved Fluid consider Allison's newest fluid spec, TES 668^®, for their next service.