Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing ATF filter Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Used oil collection and extraction unit -V.A.G 1782- Removing   Note t  Observe the general repair instructions → Chapter. t  Rules for cleanliness when working on the automatic gearbox → Chapter. t  Before fitting a replacement gearbox, always blow through the ATF cooler and ATF lines with compressed air (not more than 10 bar) → Chapter.

–  Remove noise insulation panels → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.66. –  Place used oil collection and extraction unit -V.A.G 1782- below gearbox.

–  Remove bolt -arrow- for ATF lines.   Note

Place a cloth below the connection to catch escaping ATF. –  Remove bolts -1- and -2-, detach ATF lines from gearbox and tie up. –  Seal off open lines and connections with clean plugs from engine bung set -VAS 6122-.

–  Remove bolts -arrows- on ATF filter -1-.

–  Lift out ATF filter -2-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse sequence; note the following: l  Tightening torques → Chapter „Exploded view - ATF lines, ATF cooler and ATF filter“   Note Check ATF filter for cracks and renew if necessary. –  First insert ATF filter -2- into gearbox by hand as far as stop, then secure with bolts.   Caution Risk of damage to gearbox t  All plugs inserted in ATF lines and gearbox when dismantling must be removed. t  If you forget to remove the plugs, the ATF cooling will be ineffective and the gearbox will be damaged. –  Check ATF level and top up as required → Chapter.