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00 11... Checking/topping up oil level in rear axle final drive

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

To avoid serious damage to the rear differential, it is essential to use only APPROVED GEAR OILS in the differential.

Undo oil filler plug (1).

Check oil level.

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

Installation note: 

Replace oil filler plug (1).

For tightening torque refer to 2AZ in 33 11 REAR DIFFERENTIAL CASE WITH COVER .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Differential Oil Filler Plug
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