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33 11... Replacing rear cover gasket on rear differential (215L/215LW)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks from the rear differential cover, do not use a paper gasket in cars with liquid gaskets!
To prevent the differential oil from foaming over, make sure that no remnants of the liquid gasket are pressed into the rear differential housing.

Unscrew screws (1) and (2).

Tightening torque (M10x75) 33 11 1AZ .

Tightening torque (M10x25) 33 11 1AZ .

Remove cover.

If necessary, remove remnants of liquid gasket with scraper.

Clean sealing face on cover and rear differential.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Differential Case Cover Screws (215L / 215LW)
G04726449Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

If a paper gasket was fitted, a paper or liquid gasket can be used.