Check/change front axle differential oil (X5 M)
DANGER OF INJURY IF OIL COMES INTO CONTACT WITH EYES AND SKIN !
Attention!
Only use the approved OIL FOR FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the front axle differential!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
- Remove STEERING GEAR COVER AT TOP LEFT .
Checking and correcting the front axle differential oil level:
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque 31 50 2AZ .
Check front axle differential oil level.
If necessary, top up the front axle differential oil to the lower edge of the opening for oil filler plug (1).
Installation note:
Replace the oil filler plug.
Changing front axle differential oil:
Place oil collecting apparatus underneath.
Remove oil drain plug (1).
Tightening torque 31 50 2AZ .
Drain front axle differential oil.
Screw in oil drain plug (1) and tighten.
Undo oil filler plug (2).
Tightening torque 31 50 2AZ .
Pour in front axle differential oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (2).
Installation note:
Replace the oil drain plug and oil filler plug.