Transmission fluid, replacing (AW55-50): Refilling
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Apply the parking brake. Move the gear selector lever to position P.
Fill with approximately 2 liters of oil.
Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle.
Turn the engine off when air bubbles start to become visible in the hose.
Fill with approximately 2 liters of oil.
Start the engine again and let it idle.
Turn the engine off when air bubbles start to become visible in the hose.
Remove the hose from the oil cooler hose. Detach it from the connection to the cooler. Install the hose in the normal position on the cooler and the transmission.