Maintenance
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Gearbox
Pay attention when carrying out oil change
Use barrier cream or protective gloves when changing oil.
It will protect your hands against skin injuries.
Direct contact with the oil could lead to serious skin injuries.
Use the correct oil type
Always use the correct oil type for the transmission.
This will ensure the transmission has a long service life.
Using the incorrect oil type may damage the transmission.
Maintain correct oil level
The maximum and minimum oil level indication on the transmission
must not be exceeded.
Correct transmission oil level will ensure a long service life.
Incorrect oil levels can cause the transmission to overheat, resulting
in serious damage.
Main gear
»Maintenance intervals« Page 84
Checking the oil level
Every 80 hours of use
R model
The oil level is checked as follows:
Remove the dipstick.
Check that the oil level is up to the “max” indication on the dipstick.
The oil level on the main gear must always be between “min.” and
“max.” as shown on the dipstick.
When topping up, do the following:
Pour the oil through the hole where the dipstick is fitted.
Fit the dipstick onto the transmission, then remove it again.
Check that the oil level is up to the “max” indication on the dipstick.
Repeat the procedure until the correct oil level is reached.
»Lubricants« Page 177
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