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      06-21-2015, 12:29 PM   #275
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Originally Posted by l2iceman View Post
Hey everyone, my rear diff seal or axle seal is leaking, so I'llbe bringing it in to my mechanic for a gasket/seal replacement. Since this involves draining the diff fluid, what weight oil is recommended for it? It's a 2011 135i dct. My mechanic loves to a royal Purple, but has various weights, so not sure which is good for this car.

BMW uses Castrol SAF-XJ or SAF-OX 75w140 GL5 gear oil. Lots of guys have been using Redline 75w90 GL5 gear oil - with no problems.

See what your mechanic recommends. ?


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