FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK, CHANGING OIL, "R Model": Notes

NOTE:

The front axle oil in the bevel box must only be drained for repair. An oil change is not possible.

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Charging Device for AWD Clutch Coupling 2:VAS6291 A

Fig 1: Identifying Charging Device For Haldex Coupling 2VAS6291A
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Charging Device for AWD Clutch Coupling 2 - Adapter 3:VAS6291/3

Fig 2: Identifying Charging Device For Haldex Coupling 2 - Adapter 3VAS6291/3
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Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit:SMN372500

Fig 3: Identifying Used Oil Collection And Extraction Unit
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Electronic Torque Wrench 3-60Nm:VAS6583

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Protective eyewear
Acid-Resistant Safety Gloves

Conditions

Vehicle on a four pillar hoist or over a pit. so that it is absolutely horizontal.
Selector lever in "P".
Parking brake button depressed to close the electromechanical parking brake.
Engine switched off.