00 11 259 Oil change in rear differential incl. used oil disposal: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Observe following instructions and torques.
- Replace screw plug with O-ring after releasing.
Tightening torque with O-ring, see 33 11 2AZ in 33 11 REAR DIFFERENTIAL CASE WITH COVER
WARNING:
Risk of burning if exhaust system is touched!
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 approved transmission oils. See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
NOTE:
The oil does not need to be changed in rear differentials carrying the "Life-Time-Oil" sticker.
Only change oil when rear differential is at normal operating temperature.