00 11 ... Checking/topping up oil level in rear differential (M3)
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WARNING:
Scalding hazard!
Risk of burning on the exhaust system.
Risk of burning on the exhaust system.
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
To avoid serious damage to the rear axle differential, it is essential to use only approved transmission oils in the rear axle differential. See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS .
To avoid serious damage to the rear axle differential, it is essential to use only approved transmission oils in the rear axle 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.
Tightening torque 33 11 3AZ . See 33 11 REAR DIFFERENTIAL CASE WITH COVER .