Changing oil in transfer box (NV125/LWX500)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Change oil with transfer box at normal operating temperature.
IMPORTANT:
Use only the approved gear oil in the transfer box.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
E46 Models:
Drain off oil.
Undo filler plug (1).
Installation:
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.
Top up oil up to lower edge of filler plug.
E53 Models:
Drain off oil.
Undo filler plug (1).
Installation:
Replace sealing ring.
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.
Top up oil up to lower edge of filler plug.