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 differential, it is essential to use only REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS in the rear differential.
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque 33 11 2AZ, see REAR DIFFERENTIAL CASE WITH COVER .
Check oil level.
If necessary, pour in rear differential oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Installation:
Replace oil filler plug (1) with O-ring.