ATF, Filling

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Fig 1: Rotating Shut-Off Valve In Direction Of Filler Hose & Filling ATF Into Transmission

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Engine continues running at idle.

-- Turn the valve to the filler hose -lower arrow-. The ATF flows into the transmission.

-- Turn the valve in the flow direction -down arrow- and check the ATF level.

Fig 2: Checking ATF Level By Rotating Shut-Off Valve In Direction Of Outlet

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NOTE:

Approximately 5 to 10 cl of ATF will initially drain from the internal oil level pipe. This is normal.

-- If no ATF leaks out, then turn the valve back toward the filler hose and let more ATF flow in. Check the ATF level again.

At 35 °C (95 °F) the ATF must flow out steadily and at first strongly, if necessary repeat the filling procedure.

-- Wait until just a little ATF is coming out.

-- After reaching the correct ATF level, remove the :VAS5162 connection again.

NOTE:

After removing the connection, the ATF will flow again.

-- Tighten the new ATF check plug -A-.

Fig 3: Locating ATF Plug

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NOTE:

Depending on the version, ATF inspection plugs of different lengths are installed. Always pay attention to the allocation according to the transmission codes in the Parts Information. To prevent damaging the transmission, compare the old and new ATF inspection plug.

Tightening specification: Refer to -item ) TRANSMISSION DRAIN AND INSPECTION PLUG OVERVIEW - ATF FILL AND CHECK PLUG

NOTE:

At the latest at 45 °C (113 °F) (50 °C (122 °F) for hot countries) the ATF inspection plug -A- must be installed again.

If the ATF gets warmer than 45 °C (113 °F), it will leak out and the transmission will not have enough ATF.

-- Install the rear noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING / OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .