00 11 259 Replenishing / changing rear differential oil: Notes

IMPORTANT: Use only approved differential oils. Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the rear differential!

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Differential Oil Filler Plug

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Replenishing rear differential oil:

Undo oil filler plug (1).

Check rear differential oil level.

If necessary, pour in rear differential oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).

Fig 2: Locating Oil Filler Plug With Sealing Ring And O-Ring

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