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new to awd sugestions on pm

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hi i just got rid of my 92 cargo and got a 01 cargo awd. i never have owned a awd car before. this one sounds like it has a rear problem. but my question is there any thing you need to do to these vans to keep them working good, or anything that normally breaks. also what fluid does the transfer case use i figure i will change it just changed oil. thanks for any help john
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The t-case uses GM's Auto-Trak 2 synthetic fluid. There is no substitute for it. Flush the case, add 2 liters, drive in figure 8's and then put a few hundred more miles on the van. Then flush it again and re-fill with 2 more fresh liters. This will ensure the clutches work correctly in the t-case.
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thanks can you get that at a parts store or do you have to go to dealer
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Dealer item only.
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1998 Astro 4x4 D44, D60, NP231, full hydraulic system with 9k# Milemarker winch and snow plow - sold to Lockdoc
2003 Astro AWD all stock - traded for a 3/4 ton truck
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thanks
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