33 11 271 Replacing rear cover gasket on rear axle final drive
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IMPORTANT:
In event of oil loss, always check rear differential for traces of wear and damage.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE.
NOTE:
Read and comply with document "REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE: ASSIGNMENT TO MODEL SERIES".
Select rear axle final drive:
- 188LW
- 215LW
- 205AL / 225AL
- 235L
After installation
- Add FINAL DRIVE OIL.