ATF Pan, ATF Strainer And MECHATRONIC Overview

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Audi A5, 2009 Audi A5, and 2008 Audi A5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the transmission.

Do not start the engine when there is no ATF in the transmission or if the ATF pan has been removed.

NOTE:

Always replace the Mechatronic unit if it is dirty or faulty.
Automatic transmission clean working conditions, refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .
General repair instructions, refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .
Coat O-rings and seals with ATF. Other types of lubrication lead to faults in the transmission hydraulics.

Fig 1: ATF Pan, ATF Strainer & Mechatronic Overview

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Bolt
- 2.5 Nm plus an additional 90° turn
  Replace
- Quantity: 13
- Follow the tightening sequence, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OIL PAN
- Oil pan to transmission
ATF Drain Plug
Replace
- 12 Nm
ATF Inspection Plug
- 9 Nm
O-ring
Replace
ATF Pan
- Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OIL PAN
Magnet
- Quantity: 2 round magnets, different from illustration
- Ensure full surface contact
- Clean before installation
Cover Cap
- Inserted in oil pan opening
Not Installed
Oil Pan Seal
- Replace
Oil Screen
- Refer to ATF STRAINER
O-ring
Replace
Wiring Harness Connector Clip
Wiring Harness in Transmission
- With and without locking mechanisms on the connector depending on the build version
- Refer to WIRING HARNESS IN TRANSMISSION
Bolt
- 8 Nm
- Following removal and installation instructions, refer to MECHATRONIC UNIT
Mechatronic
- Refer to MECHATRONIC UNIT
Seal