ATF Level, Checking

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm: VAG1331
Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit: SMN372500
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
Shop Crane - Drip Tray: VAS6208
Oil Filler: VAS6262A
Oil Filler - Adapter 2: VAS6262/2
Also Oil Filler - Adapter 6: VAS6262/6 for some fluid containers

Note the Following Information:

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Container Adapter (VAS 6262/6)

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If filling the ATF, only use ATF that is available as a replacement part. Refer to the Parts Information.
The : VAS6262/6 must also be used for some fluid containers.
It may be necessary to shorten the bleed pipe on the : VAS6262A . Refer to the information below.

Fig 2: Identifying Shortening Pipe On Adapter For Oil Filling VAS 6262 A

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-- Shorten the pipe to dimension -a- so that the bleed pipe on the : VAS6262A will not touch the bottom on some fluid containers.

Dimension -a- = 210 mm

NOTE:

Dimension -a- is measured starting from the shaft of the : VAS6262A (green surface in the magnified area).

-- Shorten the bleed pipe with the : VAS6056/2 , for example.

Fig 3: Cutting Pipe

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Requirements

The vehicle is level and all hoist mounts are the same height.
Noise insulation removed.
The Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
To begin working, the oil temperature should not be higher than 45°C (113°F).
Test temperature: 35 to 45°C (95° to 113°F)

Checking

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and identify the vehicle in "Guided Functions" .

NOTE:

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

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

-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Position the : VAS6208 under the transmission near the ATF check plug.

-- Remove the ATF check plug -arrow-.

Fig 4: ATF Level Plug

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-- Always replace the gasket for the drain plug -arrow-.

Fig 5: ATF Inspection Plug

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NOTE:

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

ATF flows out of the overflow pipe.

Fig 6: Example Of Filler Tube As It Is Installed In Transmissions

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-- Let the excess fluid drain.

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

-- If no oil flows out, the oil must be filled.

Filling

Place the Drip Tray for Workshop Crane or : SMN372500 under the transmission.

-- With the engine >>running<<, install the : VAS6262/2 hand-tight into the transmission fluid pan.

Fig 7: Identifying Oil Filler - Adapter 2 VAS 6262/2

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CAUTION:

Shake the fluid containers before opening.

-- Place the : VAS6262A on the fluid bottle.

Fig 8: Identifying Oil Filler VAS 6262A

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-- Fill one liter of ATF.

-- Disconnect the : VAS6262A at the quick-release coupling and check:

If ATF Flows Out of the Adapter Hole:

ATF does not need to be topped off.

-- Allow the ATF to drain until it drips.

-- Install the ATF check plug with a new seal. The ATF level test is now completed.

If no ATF Drips Out of the Hole:

-- Another liter must be added.

WARNING:

Too little or too much ATF will impair transmission function.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - VALVE BODY