ATF, Changing or Topping Off After Repair Work

ATF, changing or topping off after repair work

- Engine switched off.

Special tools and equipment






- VAG1306 drip tray






- VAG1924 ATF filler tool






- Secure container of VAG1924 ATF filler tool as high up on vehicle as possible.
- Raise vehicle.

Notes Observe disposal regulations.
Engine must not be started without ATF and vehicle must not be towed!

- Place VAG1306 drip tray under transmission.






- Remove ATF drain plug -1- and drain ATF.

Note: Drain plug and oil seal must both be replaced.

- Tighten ATF drain plug to 40 Nm.
- Remove ATF check plug -2-.






- Insert VAG1924 ATF filler tool into an opening -4- in the protective cap, but do not knock cap upward.






- Fill with ATF using VAG1924 ATF filler tool until ATF exits from the check hole.
- Shift selector lever into position "P".
- Start engine.
- Keeping the brake pedal depressed, shift into all selector lever positions at idle speed. Each position must remain selected for at least 10 seconds.
- Shift selector lever into position "P".
- Check ATF level and top off. Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), Checking and Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), Checking and Changing

Note: Observe all notes and test requirements for "Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), Checking and Changing"