I’m looking to change the oil, transmission fluid (standard dextron?), transfer case oil and diff oils on my 2001 Durango 4.7l. Can anyone tell me the type and grades of oil to use and also the capacities? Does the diff need a additive? Any help would be great.

 

ok here ya go

oil, i believe it is 5w-30, but check your owners manual it will say in there 6 quarts

transmission fluid ATF +4 ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! do NOT use anything else, it will cause a whole mess of problems, and definitely do NOT use dextron that is gm fluid (i believe) a whole lot of quarts

t-case: same as transmission check your owners manual for capacity

diff oil you will have to check your manual i believe it is 75w 90 4 quarts per diff??? if you have a limited slip rear differential make sure to add the 5 oz of friction modifier

 

The transfer case capacity is about 2 quarts and the rear diff is about 2.5 quarts. If you just drop the transmission pan and change the filter it takes around 5 quarts to fill it back up.

 

10W-30 is the motor oil weight.
80W-90 for the rear and front differentials 75W-90 is you use Synthetic Fluids. The rear diff needs Friction Modifier if it is equiped with a LS rear end.
ATF+4 Transmission fluid ONLY
ATF+4 in the transfer case
DOT3 in the brake lines
The 1998-1999 power steering fuild is brown fuild only avalibe at the dealer. 2000-2003 is AFT+4 or Mopar PS flid.




DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
FUEL TANK 25 U.S. Gallons (95Liters)****

ENGINE OIL
4.7L - with Filter 5.7L (6.0 qts.)
5.9L - with Filter 4.7L (5.0 qts.)

COOLING SYSTEM
4.7L 16L (17 qts.)***
5.9L 13.6L (14.3 qts.)***

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service Fill - 46RE 3.8L (4.0 qts)
O-haul Fill - 46RE 9.1-9.5L (19-20 pts)
Service Fill - 45RFE 2WD - 5.2 L (11 pts.)
4WD - 6.2 L (13 pts.)
O-haul Fill - 45RFE 13.33L (28.0 pts.)
Dry fill capacity Depending on type and size of
internal cooler, length and inside diameter of cooler
lines, or use of an auxiliary cooler, these figures may
vary. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
AUTOMATIC/FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

TRANSFER CASE
NV133 1.18L (2.5 pts.)
NV233 1.18L (2.5 pts.)
NV244 1.35L (2.85 pts.)

FRONT AXLE
C205F 1.66L (3.5 pts.)

REAR AXLE
8 1/4 in. 2.1L (4.4 pts.)**
9 1/4 in. 2.3L (4.9 pts.)**
**When equipped with Trac-lok, include 148 ml (5 oz.)
of Friction Modifier.

*** Includes 0.9L (1.0 qts.) for coolant reservoir.
****Nominal refill capacities are shown. A variation
may be observed from vehicle to vehicle due to
manufacturing tolerance and refill procedure.

Power Steering
Power steering fluid capacities are dependent on
engine/chassis options as well as steering gear/cooler
options. Depending on type and size of internal
cooler, length and inside diameter of cooler lines, or
use of an auxiliary cooler, these capacities may vary.

 

Yeah but not just any ATF+4. Go with MOPAR ATF+4. Did mine not too long ago and it needed 6 quarts to fill.

 

If you would like to use Mobil 1 synthetic 5W40 or 10W40, Costco has it chaper than walmart or any other auto store.

 

Can you buy friction modifier anywhere or is it dealer only ? And are the diffs sealed with a gasket or rtv ? 2001 durango. 5.9l. 4x4 limited slip.

 

No. You cannot use those weights of oil.

You are only formatted to use 5W-30 (In super cold environments) or 10W-30 in normal environment. Walmart sells them both for $22.50 for a 5 quart bottle.

One of the best places to buy it is Auto Zone because you can get a 7oz bottle for $4.99 and you should use the whole bottle. You can get it at Checkers, NAPA, or the Dealership but they sell it in 4oz bottles for a lot more money and you need 2 bottles.

The Diff is sealed with RTV (I like gold) or you can get a gasket but you don't need it and you still need the RTV so just use it.

 

[quote=hydrashocker;2109095]No. You cannot use those weights of oil.

You are only formatted to use 5W-30 (In super cold environments) or 10W-30 in normal environment. Walmart sells them both for $22.50 for a 5 quart bottle. [quote]

Oops I forgot, yes 5W30