A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
ATF, Changing, Topping Off After Repair
Draining ATF
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Place pan under transmission oil pan to catch oil.
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Open drain plug -1- and drain ATF.
CAUTION!
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Dispose of used ATF properly.
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If there is no ATF in the transmission, the engine must not be started and the vehicle must not be towed.
Filling ATF
Notes:
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When filling is started, the ATF temperature must not be higher than 30°C.
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Always replace the 0-ring for the ATF filler plug.
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Install ATF drain plug -1,
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Tightening torque: 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
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Remove ATF filler plug -2,
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Add ATF using filler nozzle from VAG 1924, until excess ATF escapes through hole for ATF filler plug -2-.
Note: The filler nozzle must be introduced into one of the openings of the oil scraper cap (item -4-, illus. A37-0084) which is installed above the
filler hole.
CAUTION! Do not push the filler nozzle to the top. Otherwise, the oil cap could spring off.
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Put selector lever in "P" position and run engine at idle (closed throttle position).