ATF Level, Checking: Notes

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• : VAS 6617/1 
• Pressurized Gearbox Oil Filler Kit - Adapter : VAS 6617/12 
• Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit :SMN372500 
• Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
• Pressurized Gearbox Oil Filler Kit :VAS 6617 

Conditions

• The transmission must not be emergency running
• Move the vehicle onto a 4-column workshop hoist or over a work pit so it is completely level.
• "P" position is engaged.
• Parking brake button pulled.
• Exhaust hose/-hoses of an exhaust extraction system connected.
• The A/C system and the heater are off.
• Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
• The ATF temperature must not be higher than 35 °C (95 °F) at the beginning of the test.

Tip

• The ATF level will vary depending on the temperature of the ATF.
• It is possible to overfill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too low.
• It is possible to underfill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too high.