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00 00... Changing differential oil

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Change oil with rear axle differential at normal operating temperature.

Unscrew drain plug (2), clean and reinstall.

Unscrew the filler screw plug (1).

Pour in differential oil until overflowing. Install filler screw plug (1).

Installation: 

Tightening Torque, refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug And Filler Screw Plug
G03177881Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.