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ATF Level, Checking

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

-- Switch off engine.

Fig 1: Attention (Switch Off Engine)
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The ATF temperature should not be more than approx. 30 °C at start of test.

-- Connect "tester" and continue switching until it is ready for operation VAS 5051, CONNECTING AND SELECTING FUNCTIONS .

-- Press "right" Guided Functions  .

-- Then select vehicle, the transmission and Check ATF Level  .

-- Press →  .

-- Start engine.

-- Raise vehicle.

-- Place drip tray under transmission.

-- Press →  .

If a test temperature between 35 °C and 45 °C is displayed:

-- Remove ATF inspection plug from oil pan.

Fig 2: ATF Level Plug
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The ATF present in the overflow tube runs out.

Fig 3: Example Of Filler Tube As It Is Installed In Transmissions
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If ATF drips out of drilling:

ATF does not need topping off.

-- Install new seal to plug and tighten to 15 Nm. This completes the ATF check.

If no ATF drips out of inspection hole:

-- Top off ATF ATF, FILLING .