Changing Differential Oil

Changing Differential Oil

Note: Only change oil when differential is at normal operating temperature. Use only recommended differential oils, refer to BMW Operating Fluids MG33.

Catch and dispose of escaping differential oil.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.





Note: Pay attention to all vehicle variants.

Release drain plug (1).

Unfasten filler screw (2).
Tightening Torque, refer to Technical Data 33 11 3AZ.

Allow differential oil to escape.

Screw in drain plug (1) and tighten down.

Add differential oil until overflowing.

Allow differential oil to drain off.

Screw in filler plug (2) and tighten down.





Installation:
Replace sealing ring (1).