Changing and checking transmission oil in final drive

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Filling capacity: 0.9 L

NOTE: Use only oils approved by Porsche. See Parts Catalogue.

NOTE: There is no oil drain plug on the final drive.

Unscrew the oil filler plug and remove oil by suction using a suitable hand pump while the transmission is warm from operation.

Fig 1: Removing Final Drive Oil Filler Plug
Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Fill with 0.9 L transmission oil using special tool V.A.G 1924.
NOTE: Filling must be carried out very slowly because there is a baffle plate in the cover of the final drive.
Replace sealing ring for oil filler plug and tighten to 30 Nm (22 ftlb.).