00 11... Checking/topping up oil level in rear differential
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, and 2011 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and 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 approved transmission oils in the rear differential. See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
To avoid serious damage to the rear differential, it is essential to use only approved transmission oils in the rear differential. See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
Undo oil filler plug (1).
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.
Tightening torque: 33 11 2AZ .