Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair

Transmission Fluid, Checking

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (5-50 Nm) (V.A.G 1331)

• Triple Square Socket Driver (3357)

or

• 17 mm Inner Hex Socket

For the correct transmission fluid specification, refer to the Parts Catalog.

- Remove the noise insulation.

- Remove the plug and check the transmission fluid level - arrow -.





The level is correct when the transmission fluid comes up to the bottom edge of fill hole.

- Tighten the plug - arrow - to specification.

Note the following when filling for the first time:

- Remove the plug - arrow -.

- Add transmission fluid until it reaches the lower edge of the fill hole.

- Install the plug - arrow -.

- Start the engine, engage a gear and let the transmission turn for approximately 2 minutes.

- Turn off the engine and remove the plug - arrow -.

- Add transmission fluid until it reaches the lower edge of the fill hole.

- Tighten the plug - arrow - to specification.

Different versions of the Fill and Drain Plugs





I - Oil fill or drain plug with a multipoint socket head, 25 Nm

II - Oil fill or drain plug with a hex socket head, 30 Nm

- Attach the noise insulation.