ATF, Filling for ATF Flush

ATF, Filling for ATF Flush


• The Multitronic 01J transmission requires a different ATF than shift automatics. Only ATF for CVT transmission which can be obtained as replacement part must be used.

• Do not let the engine run or tow the vehicle without ATF.

• The vehicle must be horizontal.

• The illustration on the reservoir for ATF filler system for CVT gearbox (VAS 5162) in upper left graphic refers to the use of special ATF for CVT transmissions.





• In addition, the necessary work steps for filling are illustrated, which are described as follows:

- Secure the filled reservoir (VAS 5162) as high as possible on the vehicle.





• The valve on the (VAS 5162) must be closed.


• Engine must not be started if only a small amount or no ATF is in the transmission after repair work or after significant ATF loss.

• In this case, a preliminary filling with 4.5 to 5 liters of ATF must be performed.

- Place the used oil collection and extraction device (V.A.G 1782) under the transmission.

- Remove the ATF inspection plug - B -.





- Attach the connection on the shut-off valve of (VAS 5162) into opening of ATF inspection plug - B -.

- Turn the valve to the filler hose - lower arrow -. The ATF flows into the transmission.





- Fill transmission with 5 Liter ATF.

- Selector lever in P and let engine continue to idle.

Only for vehicles from MY 2005;

• Selector lever in P:


Let engine run at high speed at 2500 - 3000 RPM for approximately 4 to 5 seconds immediately after starting.

Running the engine at high speeds is necessary so that the ATF pump is bled after a transmission repair.

If running at high speeds is not performed, the transmission can be damaged.

- By pressing the gas pedal, run engine at high speed at 2500 - 3000 RPM for approximately 5 seconds

All Model Years:

- Press the brake pedal and hold it down.

- Shift through all selector lever positions P, R, N, D, S and let each position remain shifted at idle for approximately 2 seconds.

- Selector lever in P and let engine continue to run at idle.

- Thread connection on shut-off valve of (VAS 5162) from ATF inspection plug opening - B -.





- Allow excess ATF to drain off.

- Install ATF inspection plug - B -.

Tightening Specifications