Level, Checking

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Torque Wrench 1331 5-50 Nm :VAG1331 
• Triple Square Socket Driver :3357 

or

• 17 mm inner hex socket

Mandatory Replacement Parts

• Checking plug

Transmission fluid specification.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .

-- Remove the plug for checking the transmission fluid level -arrow-.

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

The Level Is Correct When The Transmission Fluid Comes Up To The Bottom Edge Of Oil Filler Hole.

-- Tighten the plug -arrow- to the tightening specification. Refer to the illustration below.

Note the Following When Filling for the First Time: 

-- Remove the plug -arrow-.

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

-- Install the plug -arrow-.

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

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

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

-- Tighten the plug -arrow- to the tightening specification. Refer to the illustration below.

I - Oil filler or drain plug with multi-point socket head, 25 Nm

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

-- Install the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .