ATF, Topping Up

ATF, TOPPING UP

- Pry off plug securing cap -arrow- with a screwdriver. When prying off the cap the locking device will be damaged, therefore always replace the cap.

Note:
On some transmissions a cap with a spring retainer is installed. This type of cap can be used again.




- Pull plug out of filler pipe.




- Fill with ATF using VAG 1924, or equivalent, until ATF runs out of level plug hole -arrow-.

Caution!
If the ATF level is too high or too low it will adversely affect the operation of the transmission.




- Install plug with new seal -arrow 1- and tighten to 15 Nm (11 ft lb.).

- Install sealing plug on filler pipe until spring retainer lock locates, or

- Install sealing plug to filler pipe and secure with new cap
-arrow 2-.

- Lock cap.

Caution!
Always replace the cap if it is of the separate cap/plug type. The cap secures the plug.