Torque Converter, Draining

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Special Tool - Oil Extraction Unit V.A.G 1358 A

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Oil extraction unit V.A.G 1358 A

If ATF has become fouled by abraded material or if a major overhaul of transmission is being performed, drain torque converter as follows:

Fig 2: Identifying Probe V.A.G 1358 A/1

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Extract ATF from torque converter using V.A.G 1358 A and probe V.A.G 1358 A/1.