3311271 Replacing rear cover gasket on rear differential
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IMPORTANT:
In event of oil loss, always check rear differential for traces of wear and damage.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Draw off/drain DIFFERENTIAL OIL
- Remove REAR DIFFERENTIAL
NOTE:
Read and comply with document "REAR DIFFERENTIAL: ASSIGNMENT TO MODEL SERIES
".
Select rear differential:
- 168L
- 188L/188LW
- 215L/215LW
- 215 with lock
After installation