BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Final drive with cover: 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:
Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE.
NOTE: Read and comply with REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE: ASSIGNMENT TO MODEL
SERIES.
Select rear axle final drive:
188LW
21 ...