AUDI A8 1997 D2 / 1.G 01V Transmission ATF Checking And Changing User Guide

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- Start engine.Rapid data transfer
HELP
Select function XX

When indicated on display:
- Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read measuring value block" and
press -Q- button to confirm input.
Read measuring value block
Q
Enter displa
y group number XXX

When indicated on display:
- Press buttons -0-, -0- and -4- to select display group "004" and press -
Q- button to confirm input.
Read measuring value block
4
1
2
3
4

When indicated on display:
Note:
The thermostat at the opening for the auxiliary ATF cooler does not open
until 80 C so that the cooler can fill up with ATF.
The content of the auxiliary ATF cooler is 140 ml. of ATF. - Read ATF temperature in display field 1.
-
Let engine run until ATF temperature has reached at least 85 C, a
road test may be necessary to reach this temperature. - Switch off engine and let ATF cool down again until temperature has
fallen below 35 C. - Check ATF level page 37
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ATF, changing or topping off after repair
work


Engine switched off.

Special tools and equipment

VAG1306 drip tray

VAG1924 ATF filler tool
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Notes: - Secure container of VAG1924 ATF filler tool as high up on vehicle as
possible.
- Raise vehicle.
Observe disposal regulations.Engine must not be started without ATF and vehicle must not be
towed!
- Place VAG1306 drip tray under transmission.

Note:
Drain plug and oil seal must both be replaced. - Remove ATF drain plug -1- and drain ATF.
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- Tighten ATF drain plug to 40 Nm.

- Remove ATF check plug -2-.

- Insert VAG1924 ATF filler tool into an opening -4- in the protective cap,
but do not knock cap upward.

Note: - Fill with ATF using VAG1924 ATF filler tool until ATF exits from the
check hole.
- Shift selector lever into position "P".
- Start engine.
- Keeping the brake pedal depressed, shift into all selector lever
positions at idle speed. Each position must remain selected for at least
10 seconds.
- Shift selector lever into position "P".
- Check ATF level and top off Page 37
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Observe all notes and test requirements for "Checking ATF level".
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