00 11 ... Checking/Topping Up Oil Level In Rear Differential (BMW ALPINA B7)
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IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage
To avoid serious damage to the rear differential, it is essential to use only approved transmission oils in the differential (without lock). See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
To avoid serious damage to the rear differential, it is essential to use only approved transmission oils in the differential (without lock). See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
Open check plug (1).
Check oil level.
If necessary, open oil filler plug (2) and pour in differential oil up to lower edge of opening for check plug (1).
Installation:
Replace oil filler plug.
Tightening torque = 60 Nm (oil filler plug).
Replace sealing ring on check plug.
Tightening torque = 25 Nm (check plug).