Changing front axle differential oil

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Change oil with manual transmission at normal operating temperature.

CAUTION: Use only the approved gear oil in the front axle differential.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the differential!

Fig 1: Removing Front Axle Differential Oil Filler Plug

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Drain oil from front axle differential.

Undo filler plug (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque - 42 Nm.

Replace sealing ring.

Top up oil up to lower edge of filler plug.