Transfer case servicing

[AllTheTimeInTheWorld]

O.K, I've been scratching my head over this since Sunday. I drained my transfer case Saturday, got close to 3 quarts out, and got less than 2 quarts to go back in. Has anyone else experienced this? It should take 3 1/8 quarts I know. Also, has anyone pulled the transfer case filter? Town said it cost like $115 so I'm thinking it's a mesh strainer that can be cleaned and inspected rather than replaced. Any ideas? Thanks.

[Towncivilian]

If you'd like, you can remove the transfer case filter and see what it is. To reinstall it, you'll need a couple new O-rings:

[15226X] SEAL-O RING
[15226XA] SEAL-O RING

Provide your VIN and I can provide exact part numbers.

[AllTheTimeInTheWorld]

Well, no matter what I've tried it will only take two quarts. I pulled the transfer case filter and cleaned it with brake cleaner and compressed air. It does appear to be a screen rather than paper element; at least no paper pleats showed. Takes two O-rings on the filter itself and a third on the pipe that runs into it from the transfer case. They were in good shape so I re-used them.