Transmission oil level, checking

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Special tools, testers and other items required

Fig 1: Identifying Triple Square Socket Driver 3357

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3357 Allen key extension

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G. 1331

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V.A.G 1331 Torque wrench

NOTE:

The vehicle must be level for checking the oil level. An inspection pit or 4-pillar lifting platform are the most suitable methods.
The oil filler plug is situated on the left of the transmission below the speedometer vehicle speed sensor and may be concealed by the heat shield for the drive axle.
Use special tool 3357 to loosen oil drain plug.

Fig 3: Checking Oil Level At Oil Filler Hole

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Remove oil filler plug to check gear oil level (arrow).

Specification: Oil level up to lower edge of filler hole

Top up gear oil if necessary. Specification. Refer to Code letters, assignment of mechanical units, transmission ratios and capacities onward.
Install oil filler plug.

Tightening torque

Component	Nm
Oil filler plug	25