BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replacing rear cover gasket on rear axle final drive

IMPORTANT: In event of oil loss, always check rear differential for traces of wear and damage.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Read and comply with REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE: ASSIGNMENT TO MODEL SERIES.

Select rear axle final drive:

After installation:

Special tools required: 33 5 050 33 5 070 33 5 060 00 5 010 33 5 080 33 0 150 IMPORTANT: Use only approved gearbox oils. See REA ...

WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin! IMPORTANT ...

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Rear axle repair instructions: Safety instructions for handling oil
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin! Recycling: Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations. Measures if oil is unintentionally released: Personal precautionary measures: Dange ...

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