2009 Chrysler Aspen Owner Manual - Page 411

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 CAUTION! Damage may result from operation of the vehicle with low transfer case fluid. Drain And Refill Follow the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for recommended transfer case fluid change intervals. Lubricant Selection For correct fluid type, refer to "Transfer Case" under "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this section. Axles For correct fluid type, refer to "Front or Rear Axle" under "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this section. Drain And Refill Follow the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for recommended axle fluid change intervals. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be encountered in some off-highway types of service, will require draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage. Rear Axle Rear Axle fluid levels should be 7/8 in (22 mm) +/- 1/4 in (6 mm) below the fill hole for 8 1/4 in (21 cm) and 9 1/4 (23 cm) in axles should be 1 5/8 in (31 mm) +/- 1/4 in (6 mm) Front Axle Front axle fluid level should be 3/4 in (20 mm) +/- 1/4 in (6 mm) below the level of the fill hole. 7