Transmission Fluid Level, Checking

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit: SMN372500
Oil Filler: VAS6262A
Also Oil Filler - Adapter 6: VAS6262/6 for some fluid containers
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
Brake Line Tool Kit - Pipe Cutter: VAS6056/2

Note the Following Information:

If the DSG^® transmission fluid is filled, only transmission fluid available as a replacement part may be used. Refer to the Parts Information.
The : VAS6262/6 must also be used for some fluid containers.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Container Adapter (VAS 6262/6)
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It may be necessary to shorten the bleed pipe on the : VAS6262A .

Shorten the Bleed Pipe on the : VAS6262A as Follows:

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).

If dimension -a- is greater than 210 mm:

-- Make a mark on the bleed pipe, dimension -a-, and cut it, with for example the : VAS6056/2 .

Fig 3: Cutting Pipe

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Requirements

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

Checking

-- "Oil level, checking" using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

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".

-- Move the : SNM372500 under the transmission near the transmission fluid drain and check plug.

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

Fig 4: Identifying Inspection Plug Near Pendulum Support

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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.

-- 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

-- Install the : VAS6262A into the check hole hand-tight.

Fig 6: Identifying Oil Filling Adapter - VAS 6262 A-

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WARNING:

Shake bottles well before opening so that the settled components at the bottom of the bottle are mixed sufficiently with the oil.

-- Attach the : VAS6262A to the fluid bottle. Pay attention to the instructions while doing so. Refer to the information at the beginning of the procedure.

-- Fill 1.0 liters (1.05 quarts) of transmission fluid.

-- Remove the : VAS6262A at the quick-release coupling and check it.

If Fluid Flows out of the Adapter Hole:

The fluid must not be topped off.

-- Let the excess fluid drain.

-- As soon as the fluid has run out (it begins to drip), remove the : VAS6262A and install the screw with new gasket.

If No Fluid Flows out of Hole:

-- Another liter (1.05 quarts) must be added.

WARNING:

Too little or too much fluid will impair the transmission.

Insert the fluid drain plug and check plug with a new seal and tighten them.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - TRANSMISSION