Checking Oil For Rear Final Drive

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WARNING: Hot fluid

Danger of scalding

→ Let the fluid cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

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Vehicle must be horizontal in order to check fluid level in rear final drive .

Unscrew oil inspection plug -A- .

Fig 1: Identifying Inspection/Drain Plug For Rear Final Drive
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
The oil level is correct if the oil reaches the lower edge of the inspection window.
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Use only oil approved by Porsche.
If this is not the case, top up the oil. → 399035 INSPECTING AND ADDING OIL FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE - section on "Filling"
Screw in oil inspection plug -A- with a new sealing ring. → Tightening torque: 35 Nm (26 ft. lb.)

Fig 2: Identifying Inspection/Drain Plug For Rear Final Drive
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.