Checking/topping up oil level in rear axle final drive (AWD)

WARNING: Poisoning hazard if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with loops and skin!

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

To avoid serious damage to the rear axle differential, it is essential to use only BMW approved transmission oils in the rear axle differential.

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Loosen screws (1).

Remove cover (2).

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Open screw plug (1).

Check oil level.

If necessary, pour in final drive oil up to lower edge of opening for screw plug (1).

Replace screw plug (1) with O-ring.

Parts: Plug Apply screw plug (1).

Tightening torque 33 11 1AZ .

Position cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 33 31 8AZ .

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