Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Automatic Transmission Fluid Lines, Cleaning
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Oil Collecting and Extracting Device (V.A.G 1782)
• Hose diameter approximately 18 mm
• Compressed air gun, commercially available
• Protective goggles
Procedure
• Clean working conditions for the automatic transmission, refer to => [ Clean Working Conditions ] Clean Working Conditions.
- Before installing a replacement transmission, always clean out the ATF cooler and ATF pipes using compressed air (maximum 10 bar).
- Place the (V.A.G 1782) under the transmission.
• If extremely dirty ATF flows out when cleaning using compressed air, flush the ATF cooler and lines using clean ATF.