Final drive oil level, checking

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Remove speedometer drive and wipe off with a non-fluffy cloth.
Install speedometer drive and remove; measure oil level.
- Oil level must be between the min and max marking.

Fig 1: Checking Final Drive Oil Level

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If necessary, add gear oil (specification G50, SAE 75W90).
NOTE:
- The quantity of oil between the min and max markings is 0.1 liter.
- Excess oil poured in can be extracted with VAG 1358 A.
Install speedometer drive.