What kind of fluid does a 99-05 van use?
What kind of fluid does a 99-05 van use?
The transfer case on the 99-05 vans uses just under 2 liters of AutoTrak2 fluid (it’s blue in color), NOT REGULAR ATF, make sure to use the right stuff. If you have issues with your NV136 and want to switch to the older full time BW4472 case, you will need the case and both front and rear prop/driveshafts to swap into your newer van.
What kind of fluid does Astro Safari 99-05 use?
99-05 uses the New Venture Gear NV136, uses AutoTrak2 fluid, is a single speed, clutched, electronically controlled transfer case. It’s engaged by the encoder motor only when the computer detects slip.
What kind of transfer case does a GMC Sierra use?
GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500, along with the Full Size Van the run was only 1998-2000. The NP261 Transfer case is used for more heavy duty applications, being reserved for mostly truck and van use. The NP261 transfer case was manufactured by New Venture Gear. The NP261 is chain driven, 4WD with manual shift.
What happens when you replace transfer case fluid?
When the fluid is replaced, pay careful attention to the fluid you are draining; if there is a burnt smell or dark brown color or metal flakes or sheen, your transfer case may be damaged. Transfer case fluid is responsible for keeping the components of the transfer case well lubricated.
The transfer case on the 99-05 vans uses just under 2 liters of AutoTrak2 fluid (it’s blue in color), NOT REGULAR ATF, make sure to use the right stuff. If you have issues with your NV136 and want to switch to the older full time BW4472 case, you will need the case and both front and rear prop/driveshafts to swap into your newer van.
99-05 uses the New Venture Gear NV136, uses AutoTrak2 fluid, is a single speed, clutched, electronically controlled transfer case. It’s engaged by the encoder motor only when the computer detects slip.
When the fluid is replaced, pay careful attention to the fluid you are draining; if there is a burnt smell or dark brown color or metal flakes or sheen, your transfer case may be damaged. Transfer case fluid is responsible for keeping the components of the transfer case well lubricated.
Is the Valvoline transfer case fluid compatible with auto Trak II?
It appears that Valvoline states that their universal transfer case fluid, Valvoline Transfer Case Fluid Part # 855459 (~$10 a quart) is compatible with Auto Trak II.
