00 11... Checking/topping up oil level in rear axle final drive
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WARNING:
Risk of burning if exhaust system is touched!
DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT:
Use only the approved transmission oil. See OPERATING FLUIDS
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Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the rear axle differential.
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the rear axle differential.
Open screw plug (1).
- Open and tighten screw plug (1) by using:
- Torque wrench 3/8"
- Reduction 1/2" to 3/8"
- 1/2" spanner socket AF 14
Tightening torque 33 11 2AZ .
Check oil level.
Top up final drive oil as required until it emerges from oil filler opening.
Installation note:
Renew screw plug (1).