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01M Transaxle

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NOTE: To check transmission fluid level you must make sure that the transmission fluid temperature is not above approximately 86°F, the vehicle is on a level surface, and you have the vehicle in park.
  1. Remove sound insulation tray.
  2. Remove sound insulation from left longitudinal member.
  3. Secure reservoir of ATF filling system V.A.G. 1924 to vehicle. See Fig 1 .
    Fig 1: Connecting ATF Filling System & Tester
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  4. If using tester VAS 5051, connect diagnosis cable VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3 with ignition switched off to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  5. Remove DLC cover (1). See Fig 2 .
    Fig 2: Removing DLC Cover
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  6. Switch tester on. Tester requires approximately 3 minutes to warm up.
  7. Start engine.
  8. Select zone "Vehicle Self-Diagnosis" on touch screen.
  9. From this point, tester VAS 5051 guides user further.
  10. If V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool is used:
    • With DLC cover removed, and Ignition switched off, connect V.A.G 1551 with diagnosis cable V.A.G 1551/3A. See Fig 2 .
  11. To check ATF fluid using V.A.G 1551, select specified scan tool functions. See Fig 3 .
    Fig 3: Navigating Scan Tool Functions (V.A.G 1551)
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  12. Bring ATF to test temperature 95-113°F (35-45°C).
  13. Raise vehicle.
  14. Place container under transmission, and remove ATF level plug from transmission oil pan. See Fig 4 and Fig 5 .
    Fig 4: Removing ATF Level Plug
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    Fig 5: Removing Fill Plug Securing Cap (01M Shown; Others Are Similar)
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  15. The ATF present in the overflow pipe (arrow 2) runs out. See Fig 6 .
  16. Observe the amount of ATF draining from plug hole afterward.
  17. If ATF drips out of the hole:
    • ATF does not need to be topped up.
    • Install new seal (arrow 1) to plug. See Fig 6 . Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
    • Sealing plug (arrow 3) and cap (arrow 4) should remain closed. See Fig 6 .
    • If the ATF present in the overflow pipe runs out of the plug hole but no further draining is observed, then top up ATF.
      Fig 6: Checking ATF Fluid
      G00209779Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.
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