Special tools required:

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17 2 018
17 2 019

NOTE: Carry out the work steps listed when: Fitting a new or replacement transmission. Flushing can only be carried out with the automatic transmission removed.

Procedure:

Automatic transmission removed.

Connect appropriate adapters (see description below) to oil lines exiting from automatic transmission.

Connect the connecting line 17 2 019 from the oil collection unit with the quick-release coupling.

Connect drain line 17 2 018 using quick-release coupling.

Feed open end of drain line into a suitable collection container.

Using oil collection unit, flush approx. 1 liter of transmission fluid through oil lines and oil cooler.

Reposition quick-release couplings.

Flush oil lines/oil cooler in opposite direction with approx. 1 liter of transmission fluid.

Disconnect quick-release couplings, remove adapters.

NOTE: Dispose of flushing oil properly; do not under any circumstances reuse it.

Arrangement of flushing device for transmissions A5S 310Z, A5S 560Z, A5S 360R/390R, A4S 200R, A5S 325Z, GA6HP26Z

Fig 1: Identifying Transmissions Flushing Device

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Transmission-oil cooler with lines
Oil collection unit
Oil drip tray

17 2 011 Adapter for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 015 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Deutsche Tecalemit or

17 2 016 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Horn

17 2 017 Quick-release coupling (2 pieces)

17 2 018 Hose to oil drip tray (3)

17 2 019 Hose to oil collection unit (2)

17 2 021 Mounting plate for adapter 17 2 011 for transmissions A5S 325Z, GA6HP26Z

Arrangement of flushing device for transmission A4S 310R

Fig 2: Identifying Transmissions Flushing Device (A4S 310R)

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Transmission-oil cooler with lines
Oil collection unit
Oil drip tray

17 2 012 Adapters (2 x) for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 015 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Deutsche Tecalemit or

17 2 016 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Horn

17 2 017 Quick-release coupling (2 pieces)

17 2 018 Hose to oil drip tray (3)

17 2 019 Hose to oil collection unit (2)

Arrangement of flushing device for transmission A4S 300J

Fig 3: Identifying transmissions Flushing Device (A4S 300J)

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Transmission-oil cooler with lines
Oil collection unit
Oil drip tray

17 2 012 Adapters (2 x) for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 014 Banjo bolt for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 015 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Deutsche Tecalemit or

17 2 016 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Horn

17 2 017 Quick-release coupling (2 pieces)

17 2 018 Hose to oil drip tray (3)

17 2 019 Hose to oil collection unit (2)

Arrangement of flushing device for transmission A5S 440Z

Fig 4: Identifying Transmissions Flushing Device (A5S 440Z)

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Transmission-oil cooler with lines
Oil collection unit
Oil drip tray

17 2 012 Adapters (2 x) for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 013 Banjo bolt for connecting transmission-side oil cooler lines (1)

17 2 015 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Deutsche Tecalemit or

17 2 016 Connection for oil collection unit (2), manufacturer: Horn

17 2 017 Quick-release coupling (2 pieces)

17 2 018 Hose to oil drip tray (3)

17 2 019 Hose to oil collection unit (2)