Gear Oil, Draining And Filling: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Audi A3 and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Refer to TOOLS FOR GEAR OIL CHANGE

CAUTION:

This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer to component overview prior to starting procedure.

Mandatory Replacement Parts

Plug - Oil Filler Drain

The gear oil in the bevel box must only be drained for a repair. Changing the oil is not intended.

Conditions

Move the vehicle onto a 4-column shop hoist or over a work pit so that it stands horizontal.
The selector level is in "P".
The parking brake button is pressed to activate the electro-mechanical parking brake.
The engine is off.