Oil level in manual transmission, checking

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Triple Square Socket Driver 3357

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3357 socket attachment

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

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VAG 1331 Torque wrench

NOTE:

The vehicle must be level when checking transmission oil level. This work is best performed over an inspection pit or using a 4 -column lifting platform.
The oil filler plug is on the left of the transmission below the speedometer sensor; it may be concealed by the heat shield for the drive shaft.
Remove oil drain plug using special tool 3357.

Fig 3: Checking Oil Level At Oil Filler Hole

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To check oil level, remove oil filler plug (arrow).
Check oil level using a shop-built tool, e.g. a piece of angled wire.

Specification: Oil level 7 mm below bottom edge of oil filler hole

NOTE: In service centers filling to lower edge of filler hole is also permissible.

Fill with gear oil if necessary: Specification. Refer to Code letters, application, ratios, capacities .

Fig 4: Checking Oil Level At Oil Filler Hole

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Install oil filler plug.

Tightening torque

Component	Nm
Oil filler plug	25