Automatic Transmission Fluid Lines, Cleaning
NOTE:
Clean working conditions for the automatic transmission. Refer to GUIDELINES FOR CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit SMN372500
- Hose diameter approximately 18 mm
- Compressed air gun, commercially available
- Protective eyewear
Procedure
-- Always clean the ATF cooler and ATF pipes with compressed air (maximum 10 bar (145 psi)) before installing a replacement transmission.
-- Place the Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit SMN372500 under the transmission.
NOTE:
If extremely dirty ATF flows out when cleaning using compressed air, flush the ATF cooler and lines using clean ATF.
ATF pipes, removing and installing. Refer to ATF LINES, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, VEHICLES WITH 2.0L TDI ENGINE OR 6-CYLINDER ENGINE .