370235 Checking and topping up ATF (clutch fluid)

WM 370235 Checking and topping up ATF (clutch fluid)

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Technical values






Preliminary work

Information

To ensure that the transmission is filled correctly, the vehicle must be horizontal on the lifting platform.

1. Raise the vehicle at the prescribed jacking points.
-> 4X00IN01 Lifting the vehicle
2. Remove underbody panelling.
-> 519419 Removing and installing rear cover - section on "Removing" 519419 Removing and Installing Cover for Rear Underbody
3. Place oil collection pan under the transmission.

Checking and topping up ATF

Information

Before getting started, the transmission in the stationary vehicle must already be filled with ATF.-> 370255 Replacing ATF (clutch fluid)

1. Pre-fill ATF.
1.1. Get the vehicle ready:
- Move selector lever to position "P".
- Start the engine and leave it running at idle speed.
- Apply the parking brake.

Information

Affix adhesive tape -1- to the area between the transmission housing and ATF pan to prevent dirt from getting into the oil pan.





Adhesive tape on transmission

1.2. Unscrew ATF filler screw -1-.





ATF filler screw

1.2.1. ATF emerges: Collect emerging ATF until only drops of ATF are emerging.
1.2.2. No ATF emerges: Top up ATF until ATF emerges at the filler bore.
Manual metering pump WE 1372
1.3. Screw in ATF filler screw.

Information

Oil fill mode can be activated when the transmission fluid temperature is between 30°C and 40°C. The transmission control unit ends oil fill mode automatically after 5 minutes.

2. Preparatory work for checking ATF.
Precondition: Transmission oil temperature > 10 °C
2.1. Connect the PIWIS Tester.
PIWIS Tester 9718
2.2. Shift the selector lever through gearshift positions R-N-D once with the engine running and pause for one second at each position.
2.3. Move selector lever to position "P".
2.4. Start oil fill mode on the Tester and follow the instructions.
3. Check ATF in oil fill mode.

WARNING

Hot fluid

- Danger of scalding

-> Let the fluid cool down.
-> Wear personal protective gear.

3.1. Unscrew ATF filler screw -1-.





ATF filler screw

3.1.1. ATF emerges: Collect emerging ATF until only drops of ATF are emerging.
3.1.2. No ATF emerges: Top up ATF until ATF emerges at the filler bore.
Manual metering pump WE 1372

Information

Only use oil approved by Porsche in the Porsche Double Clutch, see Parts Catalogue.

3.2. Screw in and tighten new ATF filler screw -1-.
=> Tightening torque: 35 Nm (26 ftlb.)+/-3 Nm (+/-2 ftlb.)
4. Remove adhesive tape from the area between the transmission housing and ATF pan. Carefully clean the transmission housing and ATF pan.
5. Switch off engine.

Subsequent work

1. Install underbody panelling.
-> 519419 Removing and installing rear cover - Installing 519419 Removing and Installing Cover for Rear Underbody