Automatic Transmission Fluid Level, Checking And Adding: Checking

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-- Connect the vehicle diagnostic tester and identify the vehicle in Guided Functions .

-- Select check ATF level .

NOTE:

Allow the transmission to cool down if the oil temperature is higher than 45°C (113°F)

The engine is idling and the selector lever is in the "P" position.

-- Place the Drip Tray For VAS6100 or the Used Oil Collecting and Extracting Device VAG1782 under the transmission near the transmission fluid drain and check plug.

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

Fig 1: ATF Level Plug

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-- Always replace the seal -arrow- on the plug.

Fig 2: ATF Inspection Plug

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NOTE:

Even if the fluid level is too low, first a small amount of transmission fluid will leak out of the overflow tube, because it fills during operation.

ATF will leak out of the overflow tube.

Fig 3: Example Of Filler Tube As It Is Installed In Transmissions

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-- Allow the excess fluid to drain.

-- Reinstall the drain plug (with a new seal) as soon as all the fluid has drained out (it starts to drip).

-- If no transmission fluid comes out, then fill with fluid.