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ATF, Draining and Filling



ATF, draining and filling, 09G, 6 Spd. A/T
- Remove sound insulation.
- Position drip tray V.A.G1306 underneath.





- Remove ATF control plug - arrow1 -.
- Remove overflow pipe through level hole.
- In addition, remove drain plug - arrow2 - in transmission housing.
- Drain ATF.

Note: Do not start the engine or tow the vehicle without ATF in the system.

- Install overflow pipe and tighten.
- Fit new seal on drain plug - arrow 2 - and tighten plug to 40 Nm.

CAUTION:
^ When working in the vicinity of the radiator, ensure sufficient clearance is left for the radiator coolant fan.
^ The radiator coolant fan can switch on without prior warning.





- Pry off plug securing cap - arrow - with a screwdriver. Cap locking device will be damaged when removing cap. Always replace cap.
- Pull plug out of filler pipe.
- Fill with ATF using ATF filler tool V.A.G1924 until ATF leaks out of overflow pipe and runs out of level hole.
- Move selector lever to position "P".
- Start engine.
- Continue to fill with ATF using ATF filler tool V.A.G1924 until ATF runs out of level hole again.
- Thread in ATF control plug with a new seal.
- Depress brake pedal.
- With vehicle stationary, move selector lever through all positions, and hold in each position for at least 3 seconds.
- Move selector lever to position "P".
- Check ATF level and top up as necessary go to ATF level, checking and topping up. ATF Level, Checking and Topping Up





- Install sound insulation - arrows -.