Hydraulic Fluid Filter - ASMT: Service and Repair

Oil Filter

• The transmission fluid filter usually does not need to be replaced.

• Does the transmission fluid filter need to be changed "yes or no". Refer to => [ When To Change the Fluid Filter : ] DSG Transmission Fluid.

Removing

- Move the selector lever into the "P" position.

- Remove the air filter housing. Refer to one of the following:

• Gas engines.

• Diesel engines.

- Remove the battery and battery tray.

• A little bit of fluid remains inside the filter. This will drain out once the filter is removed.

• Lay some cloths down near the filter before removing it.

- Loosen the filter housing - arrow - approximately 7 turns.






- Wait 10 seconds.

This way the fluid can flow from the filter housing back into the transmission.

- Remove the filter housing and filter.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following:

- Clean thoroughly any areas on the transmission that get stained with transmission fluid.

- Install the transmission fluid filter with the collar - arrow - on the bottom.






- Install the transmission fluid filter housing and tighten it to 20 Nm.

Further installation is performed in the reverse sequence.

- Check the fluid level and fill if necessary. Refer to => [ Transmission Fluid Level, Checking and Filling ] Transmission Fluid Level, Checking and Filling.