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00 11... Checking/topping up oil level in rear differential

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WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING  if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY  if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
To avoid serious damage to the rear axle differential, it is essential to use only in the rear axle differential.
NOTE: The oil does not  need to be changed in rear axle final drives carrying the "Life Time Oil" sticker.

Check/top up final drive oil.

Open plug (1).

Pour in final drive up to lower edge of opening for screw plug (1).

Replace screw plug (1).

Tightening torque 33 11 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Differential Oil Filler Plug
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