ATF Level, Checking and Filling
ATF Level, Checking and Filling
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Oil Collecting and Extracting Device (V.A.G 1782)
• Adapter for Oil Filling (VAS 6262 A)
• If necessary, Adapter for Oil Filling (VAS 6262/6)
• Adapter for Filling ATF Oil (VAS 6262/2)
• Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
• Original 1 liter ATF bottle; for the correct part number, refer to the Parts Catalog
• Protective Goggles
• Acid-Resistant Safety Gloves
Procedure
Danger of personal injury.
• Wear protective goggles.
• Wear acid-resistant safety gloves.
• Keep a safe distance away from the coolant fan when working near it because the fan can turn on by itself.
There is an accident risk if a gear is accidentally engaged while the engine is running!
• Before working on a running engine, move the selector lever into "P" and pull the parking brake button in order to set the electro-mechanical parking brake.
- Measure the length of the bleed pipe on the (VAS 6262 A). Shorten it if necessary => [ Measure the length of the bleed pipe on the. Shorten it if necessary. ] ATF Level Inside Transmission.
Test Conditions
• The transmission must not be in the emergency running
• The vehicle must be horizontal.
• Selector lever in "P" and engine at idle
• The Air Conditioning (A/C) and the heater are off.
• At the start of the testing, the ATF temperature must not be higher than 30 °C (86 °F); let the transmission cool down.
• The vehicle diagnostic tester reads the temperature of the ATF.
• The ATF level will vary depending on the temperature of the ATF.
• It is possible to overfill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too low.
• It is possible to under fill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too high.
• Only use the ATF available as a replacement part for the planetary gear in 8-speed automatic transmission 0C8. Other oils could cause malfunctions or damage to the transmission. A
• Do not start the engine or tow the vehicle if there is no ATF in the transmission.
• Too little or too much ATF will impair the transmission.
• If the ATF coolant circuit from the ATF thermostat to the radiator was opened during a repair, this test must be performed two times. Important: The ATF must be at least 80 °C (176 °F) after the first check. Perform a road test with tester. Check the ATF level after it has cooled down as described.
Check the ATF Temperature.
- Connect the vehicle diagnostic tester and select the following menu item:
• On Board Diagnostics (OBD)
• 02-Transmission Electronics
• Measured Values
• Temperature
ATF, Checking Level and Correcting
• The ATF level is checked at the ATF check hole.
• The ATF level is correct if a small amount of fluid drips out of the check hole (this is normal because the fluid expands as it heats up) between 35 ° and 45 °C (95 ° and 113 °F) (for hot countries 50 °C (122 °F)).
- Drive the vehicle onto a 4-column hoist or over a service pit so that it is absolutely level.
- Remove the rear noise insulation - 2 -..
- Start the engine and let it run at idle.
- With engine idling depress the brake pedal and shift the selector lever through all the selector lever positions leaving the selector lever at least 10 seconds in each position.
- Place the (V.A.G 1782) under the transmission.
Test temperature 35 °C to 45 °C (95 ° and 113 °F)
- Remove the plug - 1 - in the ATF pan for checking the ATF level.
ATF flows out of the overflow pipe.
• Even if the level of oil is too low, first a small amount will flow out of the overflow tubes, because it fills during operation.
• The ATF inspection plug must be installed again before the ATF reaches a temperature of 45 °C (95 °F) (50 °C (122 °F) with hot climates).
• If the ATF leaks from ATF check hole before temperature has reached 40 °C (104 °F), ATF level arrow is OK.
• If no ATF drips out of the ATF check hole before 40 °C (104 °F) is reached, then the ATF level is not OK. Fill with ATF.
If ATF is OK:
- Replace the check plug gasket - arrow -.
- Tighten the ATF check plug - 1 - with a new gasket, tightening specification.
The ATF level test is now completed.
- Turn off the engine.
- Install the rear noise insulation..
Fill ATF
The (VAS 6262 A) must be clean and the ATF must not be mixed with another fluid!
- Shake before opening.
- Attach the ATF container to the (VAS 6262 A). Refer to the Parts Catalog.
• Use adapter for (VAS 6262/6) if the threads on the container does not fit (VAS 6262 A).
- Let the ATF run into the transmission.
Check the ATF Level Several Time, if Necessary:
- Disconnect the quick-release coupling on the (VAS 6262 A).
ATF flows out of the overflow pipe.
• If ATF leaks from the ATF check hole before temperature has reached 40 °C (104 °F), ATF level arrow is OK.
• If no ATF drips out of the ATF check hole before the ATF reaches 40 °C (104 °F), then fill and check the ATF until the level is OK.
If ATF is OK:
- Let any excess ATF run out.
The ATF level is OK if it not possible to add more ATF.
• Drained ATF may not be used again. Dispose of drained ATF properly.
- Replace the check plug gasket - arrow -.
- Tighten the ATF check plug - 1 - with a new gasket, tightening specification.
The ATF level test is now completed.
- Turn off the engine.
- Install the rear noise insulation..
Tightening Specifications
