johnm Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Hey all, I just need to verify some drive train info before I get to changing fluids. for my 99 SE 4x4 it should be: Front diff is open, gets API GL-5 80W-90 Trans is automatic, Nissan Matic "D" or Dextron III Transfer gets Nissan Matic "D"? (or does it get 75W-90 API GL-4) Rear diff is LSD, get LSD GL-5 80W-90 Oil? (on other LSD equipped cars I've had this means it has friction modifiers in the oil, which can also be added separately) I've looked at the service manuals I have and it's not really clear to me so, I'm asking for a little help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaughtLikeFire Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 (edited) Hey all, I just need to verify some drive train info before I get to changing fluids. for my 99 SE 4x4 it should be: Front diff is open, gets API GL-5 80W-90 Trans is automatic, Nissan Matic "D" or Dextron III Transfer gets Nissan Matic "D"? (or does it get 75W-90 API GL-4) Rear diff is LSD, get LSD GL-5 80W-90 Oil? (on other LSD equipped cars I've had this means it has friction modifiers in the oil, which can also be added separately) I've looked at the service manuals I have and it's not really clear to me so, I'm asking for a little help. 80W90 GL5 in both differentials. I use Amsoil 75W90 Severe Gear synthetic and it's great. I did not need friction modifiers for the LSD if you decide to go that route. Transmission and transfer case get the same Nissan auto trans fluid. I use Amsoil synthetic in my transfer case but I have a manual trans so I can't comment personally on the shift quality. Friends with higher torque, larger trucks swear by the Amsoil though for auto transmissions. I'm not sure how much the Nissan fluid goes for these days but the Amsoil is very reasonable given it's 100k mile service life. This might help you out too: CAPACITIES: Engine, with filter..........4 quarts [1] Cooling System, Initial Fill..........11.1 quarts AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant Automatic Transmission, RE4R01A Initial Fill..........Not Specified Automatic Transmission, Total Fill 4 speed RE4R01A..........9 quarts Manual Transmission, 2WD..........5.1 pints Manual Transmission, 4WD..........10.6 pints Differential, Front..........3.9 pints Differential, Rear..........5.8 pints Transfer Case, Part-Time..........4.7 pints Transfer Case, All-Mode..........6.4 pints [1] After refill check oil level. TORQUES: Oil Drain Plug.....22-29 ft/lbs Manual Transmission Fill Plug 18-25 ft/lbs Drain Plug 18-25 ft/lbs Transfer Case Fill Plug 18-25 ft/lbs Drain Plug 18-25 ft/lbs Edited October 20, 2009 by CaughtLikeFire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleurys Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 be carefull with the latest reply for the transfer case.... those who have the atx14a need to put transmission oil (dextron III), because this tc has set of cluth pack a bit the same as in a automatic transmission. If you have the AT10X, then you have a regular TC that needs something else....I just can't recall what type of oil, but I know it's not ATF... If you have a dial inside the cab that you can switch to auto for the TC, then you have the later model (atx14a).... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02silverpathy Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 be carefull with the latest reply for the transfer case.... those who have the atx14a need to put transmission oil (dextron III), because this tc has set of cluth pack a bit the same as in a automatic transmission. If you have the AT10X, then you have a regular TC that needs something else....I just can't recall what type of oil, but I know it's not ATF... Are you certain? I have used ATF in my T-Case (Manual lever style) for both my pathfinders. I am pretty sure what I dumped from both of them was ATF, not very thick, just dirty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 be carefull with the latest reply for the transfer case.... those who have the atx14a need to put transmission oil (dextron III), because this tc has set of cluth pack a bit the same as in a automatic transmission. If you have the AT10X, then you have a regular TC that needs something else....I just can't recall what type of oil, but I know it's not ATF... If you have a dial inside the cab that you can switch to auto for the TC, then you have the later model (atx14a).... Older TX10's took gear oil. Newer ones specify ATF. That said, I ran gear oil in my 95 because I was concerned with seepage between the tranny (manual) and the t-case. My thought is, run the same fluid in the tcase as in the tranny. That way, if they cross contaminate.....it's the same fluid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnm Posted October 20, 2009 Author Share Posted October 20, 2009 See this is why I think I was confused, were 99 models built with both 14a and 10x transfer cases? And how do I tell which is in my truck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUELER Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 See this is why I think I was confused, were 99 models built with both 14a and 10x transfer cases? And how do I tell which is in my truck? do you have 4x4 on a knob, or 4x4 on a huge lever, or both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnm Posted October 21, 2009 Author Share Posted October 21, 2009 A lever next to the transmission lever on the center console. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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