Getrag 285

The oil drain and filler level plugs on the Getrag 285 are both positioned in the differential housing on the main gearbox casing. See Fig 1 . Both plugs have an 8 mm Allen key. There is no requirement for maintenance at any of the service intervals.

Fig 1: Identifying Drain & Fill Plugs (Getrag 285)

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