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Learn how to do a BMW M3 E46 differential lluid change.

  1. 14 mm hex (some older models have 12 mm size of bolt, so make sure to check before you buy your tool), floor jack and 4 jack stands, Torque wrench, Oil drain pan and Tranny/diff fluid pump (optional, not required). Parts: 3 bottles of SAD-JX + FM booster(Part# 83222282583), crush washer (part # 07-11-9-963-355) OR new plugs with O-Rings: part # is 33117525064 OR 2 new O-Rings: part # 07-11-9-963-355. Steps: 1. Go for a drive and warm up your car, it helps old fluid to drain completely. and 2. Jack up your front and rear end of car on 4 jack stands.
    • 14 mm hex (some older models have 12 mm size of bolt, so make sure to check before you buy your tool), floor jack and 4 jack stands, Torque wrench, Oil drain pan and Tranny/diff fluid pump (optional, not required).

    • Parts: 3 bottles of SAD-JX + FM booster(Part# 83222282583), crush washer (part # 07-11-9-963-355) OR new plugs with O-Rings: part # is 33117525064 OR 2 new O-Rings: part # 07-11-9-963-355.

    • Steps: 1. Go for a drive and warm up your car, it helps old fluid to drain completely. and 2. Jack up your front and rear end of car on 4 jack stands.

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