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Front Final Drive Gear Oil Level, Checking






Front Final Drive Gear Oil Level, Checking

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Drip tray (V.A.G 1306)

Protective glasses

Test Conditions

Gear oil temperature at approximately 20 °C (room temperature).

Test Sequence

- To ensure vehicle is absolutely level, drive onto a 4-column lifting platform or over a service pit.

- Place drip tray (V.A.G 1306) underneath transmission.

CAUTION!
Wear protective glasses.

- Remove inspection plug - arrow -.





The fluid level must be at the bottom edge of the inspection opening.

- Drain off excess gear oil or top off to proper level.

Sealing plug with sealing ring must be replaced.

- Tighten new sealing plug to 35 Nm.