transfer case fluid change

[biv343]

I thought the 97 and prior transfer cases didn't require the "blue" autotrak fluid. 98 and up (electronic transfer cases) do require autotrak.

Found this link which references RSG-530-GM fluid. Don't know what that is though.

http://www.rsgear.com/troubleBW4472.htm

[zachzchw]

Originally Posted by biv343

I thought the 97 and prior transfer cases didn't require the "blue" autotrak fluid. 98 and up (electronic transfer cases) do require autotrak.

Found this link which references RSG-530-GM fluid. Don't know what that is though.

http://www.rsgear.com/troubleBW4472.htm

The autotrak is in there now, havent seen anything that said it would damage anything.
Shifting has smoothed out too.

[blazee]

Originally Posted by biv343

I thought the 97 and prior transfer cases didn't require the "blue" autotrak fluid. 98 and up (electronic transfer cases) do require autotrak.

Found this link which references RSG-530-GM fluid. Don't know what that is though.

http://www.rsgear.com/troubleBW4472.htm

You're right, I didn't catch the year. Even though the 97's don't have to use Autotrac II, it is a superior fluid and will prolong the life of the clutch packs and the fluid. In some cases, it also improves fuel economy.

[zachzchw]

Originally Posted by blazee

You're right, I didn't catch the year. Even though the 97's don't have to use Autotrac II, it is a superior fluid and will prolong the life of the clutch packs and the fluid. In some cases, it also improves fuel economy.

Improved fuel economy would be quite nice indeed.