A4 Quattro Sedan L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM) (2001)
Fluid - A/T: Testing and Inspection
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), Checking and Changing
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), checking and changing
ATF level, checking
Special Tools and Equipment
VAS5051 tester with VAS5O51/1 diagnostic cable (or VAG 1551 scan tool with VAG 1551/3 cable)
VAG 13O6 drip tray
VAG 1924 ATF filler tool
Protective glasses
Note:
Audi does not provide a method of checking the fluid level without the use of the above mentioned tools
Test requirements:
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Transmission must not be in emergency running mode.
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Vehicle on level ground.
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Selector lever in "P", let engine run at idle.
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A/C system and heating switched off.
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ATF temperature must not be higher than 30°C at start of test, allow transmission to cool down if necessary.
Notes:
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ATF level changes with ATF temperature.
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Performing ATF level check when ATF temperature is too low causes overfilling.
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Performing ATF level check when ATF temperature is too high causes insufficient filling.
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Excess filling and insufficient filling both affect the function of the transmission.