Part time transfer case fluid change -- assistance needed

[anomdeplume]

2023 Base, 26000 miles, ready to start changing out the driveline fluids.
Decided to start with the transfer case because it's the easiest and I've done this before on my F-150.
I've got the 1.3 quarts of Mercon LV ATF at the ready.
But, all the videos and discussions I've been able to find reference the advanced transfer case.
Requesting some insight on a few details to make sure I don't make a simple fluid change something disastrous.
Advanced case has "fill" and "drain" plugs stamp marked on case.
Part time, does not.
Advanced case uses ratchet bar extension to remove plugs.
Part time, does not. It appears to use a 10mm hex key.
From my picture below, just looking to confirm that the plug circled in green is the "fill" and the plug circled in blue is the "drain."
Also, are the drain and fill plugs reusable?
Finally, torque spec to replace the drain and fill plugs? (advanced case is 18 ft/lbs)
I appreciate insight from the team.

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[Ducati1098]

Yes. In your picture green is the fill and blue is the drain.
They are different plugs, but it's the same basic thing.
Both plugs are reusable, however they have a sealing washer on them that should be replaced.

Torque spec is 26 lb.ft for both plugs.
AB3Z-7482-A is the part number for the washer.

 

[Nacho23]

2023 Base, 26000 miles, ready to start changing out the driveline fluids.
Decided to start with the transfer case because it's the easiest and I've done this before on my F-150.
I've got the 1.3 quarts of Mercon LV ATF at the ready.
But, all the videos and discussions I've been able to find reference the advanced transfer case.
Requesting some insight on a few details to make sure I don't make a simple fluid change something disastrous.
Advanced case has "fill" and "drain" plugs stamp marked on case.
Part time, does not.
Advanced case uses ratchet bar extension to remove plugs.
Part time, does not. It appears to use a 10mm hex key.
From my picture below, just looking to confirm that the plug circled in green is the "fill" and the plug circled in blue is the "drain."
Also, are the drain and fill plugs reusable?
Finally, torque spec to replace the drain and fill plugs? (advanced case is 18 ft/lbs)
I appreciate insight from the team.

Also following, will be doing the same over the next month.

 

[anomdeplume]

Yes. In your picture green is the fill and blue is the drain.
They are different plugs, but it's the same basic thing.
Both plugs are reusable, however they have a sealing washer on them that should be replaced.

Torque spec is 26 lb.ft for both plugs.
AB3Z-7482-A is the part number for the washer.

Thank you for the information. Follow up question. High temp thread sealant on the plug threads yes or no? (wasn’t expecting a sealing washer)

 

[Ducati1098]

Thank you for the information. Follow up question. High temp thread sealant on the plug threads yes or no? (wasn’t expecting a sealing washer)

No problem.
The thread sealant isn't necessary since it has the washer

 

[anomdeplume]

Those washers are not cheap. Currently $15 each retail, but able to get them $11 each from local dealer. Special order though. Still, do it yourself and do it right. Peace of mind. With my luck, I’d be the person that reused the washer and it leaked.

 

[anomdeplume]

Washers came in today and I completed the fluid change in the transfer case. Thanks again Ducati1098 for the assistance. Some tips for others with the part time transfer case.
1) If you can change your own oil, then you can change the transfer case fluid.
2) Use a torque wrench. It feels like you could crank much more on those plugs, but don’t guess based on your wrist meter.
3) Get a fluid transfer pump. Saves time and mess.
4) Mine took about 1.5 quarts before it started weeping out the fill hole. Spec says 1.3 quarts.
5) Shop manual says to do this with vehicle in neutral. If you shut off the vehicle in neutral, then the dashboard is going to yell at you…F-O-R-E-V-E-R. Not sure what would happen if you changed it in park, but be prepared for the warning on the dash. Use your parking brake either way.
6) Since most of us with the part-time transfer case don’t have 35” or greater tires or a lift, then be prepared for a tight squeeze. I put mine up on small blocks for a little extra room.

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