How do you check the transmission fluid on a VW Passat?
How Do I Check Transmission Fluid?
- Locate the Dipstick. If your vehicle uses front-wheel-drive, the dipstick will be found towards the front of the engine closest to you.
- Inspect the Color and Consistency. Healthy transmission fluid is odorless and should appear either translucent or a pink color.
- Check the Fluid Level.
How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2012 Volkswagen Passat?
In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the transmission on the bottom of your car. Your car must be level when the fluid is checked and we therefore recommend having a mechanic with a hydraulic lift or underground bay check your transmission fluid.
How to change transmission fluid in a VW Passat?
New transmission fluid is nearly clear in color. If you’ve ever seen the dark color of old transmission fluid, you’ll agree that it seems very logical that changing the VW automatic transmission fluid and filter are needed. Right Hand Pictured Example: Transmission service performed in our repair shop on a 1999 VW Passat V6 30V model.
What kind of transmission fluid does a VW Jetta use?
This procedure is demonstrated on a 2007 VW Jetta MKV 2.5L 20V with the 09G Aisin Warner 6-speed automatic transmission. These transmission fluid filter change procedures also apply to the VW models listed below that also came equipped with 09G and 09M transmissions.
What kind of transmission does a VW Passat have?
The VW Passat had a 5 speed ZF tiptronic automatic transmission with approximately 80,000 miles on it. The customer complained of shifting problems when the transmission was cold. Note the dirty metallic sediment that was removed from the transmission drain pan.
How do you put oil in a VW?
Reinstall the VW automatic transmission fluid oil fill plug hand tight. Start the car. With your foot pressed down on the brake pedal, shift the transmission selector in each gear for about 10 seconds. Note: Don’t drive the car.