ATF level, checking: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - ATF Level, Checking

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Tester VAS5051
Diagnostic cable VAS5051/1 or VAS5051/3
Drip tray VAG1306
ATF filler tool VAG1924

Protective glasses

Test requirements:

Transmission must not be in emergency running mode.
Vehicle on level ground.
Selector lever in "P" , let engine run at idle.
A/C system and heating switched off.

NOTE:

ATF level changes with ATF temperature.
Performing ATF level check when ATF temperature is too low causes overfilling.
Performing ATF level check when ATF temperature is too high causes insufficient filling.
Excess filling and insufficient filling both affect the function of the transmission.
ATF temperature is read off using the tester VAS5051.