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Transmission Fluid Change?
03-19-2011, 08:39 PM
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Have an appointment next week for 65K maintenance. Just in the last 2 weeks I've notice a bit jerking when slowing down. I usually haven't had any problems with my dealer so far. So forcing the issue shouldn't be a problem.
03-20-2011, 03:41 AM
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[QUOTE=KevinGary;23923077 Audi's claim of "lifetime" is based on a lifetime of 8 years and 75,000 miles.
I am the last person to play maintenance roulette but the ZF recommendation of trans fluid change (if I am reading the attachment correctly) would apply to frequent top-speed highway driving, "spirited" driving, or trailer towing. If Audi recommends the fluid be changed at 8yrs/75k I will certainly get it done at that point but as I have no issues with the performance of my transmission I cannot see any benefit of getting it done sooner.
I am the last person to play maintenance roulette but the ZF recommendation of trans fluid change (if I am reading the attachment correctly) would apply to frequent top-speed highway driving, "spirited" driving, or trailer towing. If Audi recommends the fluid be changed at 8yrs/75k I will certainly get it done at that point but as I have no issues with the performance of my transmission I cannot see any benefit of getting it done sooner.
03-25-2011, 05:05 AM
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Hey KG,
Didn't I see where you had the procedure for the refill of the trans somewhere? The Bentley is kind of vague.
Thanks,
Bob
Think I just found it. But if you have anything please let me know anyway. Thx.
Didn't I see where you had the procedure for the refill of the trans somewhere? The Bentley is kind of vague.
Thanks,
Bob
Think I just found it. But if you have anything please let me know anyway. Thx.
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03-25-2011, 05:20 AM
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ATF fluid change in 2005 Audi A6
ZF that manufactures this ATF fluid used in German Cars like Audi, recommend that fluid change at 60K miles.
I changed the ATF fluid in my 2004 VW Passat (V6), it is a similar setup. You need the Ross Tech cable and it is not that hard to determine how much ATF fluid and to be added when the transmission fluid temperature is at 35F. The old ATF fluid from VW at 42K miles was black. The new ATF fluid was light brown.
I just did this in VW for preventive maintenance.
However, the ATF fluid for Audi is lot more expensive than VW. Original Audi ATF fluid was golden brown, then it changed it to blue and now it has changed it to green, I believe. Cost per quart is like +$40 per quart which is what is stopping me from replacing ATF fluid in the Audi A6.
I changed the ATF fluid in my 2004 VW Passat (V6), it is a similar setup. You need the Ross Tech cable and it is not that hard to determine how much ATF fluid and to be added when the transmission fluid temperature is at 35F. The old ATF fluid from VW at 42K miles was black. The new ATF fluid was light brown.
I just did this in VW for preventive maintenance.
However, the ATF fluid for Audi is lot more expensive than VW. Original Audi ATF fluid was golden brown, then it changed it to blue and now it has changed it to green, I believe. Cost per quart is like +$40 per quart which is what is stopping me from replacing ATF fluid in the Audi A6.
03-25-2011, 09:40 AM
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ZF that manufactures this ATF fluid used in German Cars like Audi, recommend that fluid change at 60K miles.
I changed the ATF fluid in my 2004 VW Passat (V6), it is a similar setup. You need the Ross Tech cable and it is not that hard to determine how much ATF fluid and to be added when the transmission fluid temperature is at 35F. The old ATF fluid from VW at 42K miles was black. The new ATF fluid was light brown.
I just did this in VW for preventive maintenance.
However, the ATF fluid for Audi is lot more expensive than VW. Original Audi ATF fluid was golden brown, then it changed it to blue and now it has changed it to green, I believe. Cost per quart is like +$40 per quart which is what is stopping me from replacing ATF fluid in the Audi A6.
I changed the ATF fluid in my 2004 VW Passat (V6), it is a similar setup. You need the Ross Tech cable and it is not that hard to determine how much ATF fluid and to be added when the transmission fluid temperature is at 35F. The old ATF fluid from VW at 42K miles was black. The new ATF fluid was light brown.
I just did this in VW for preventive maintenance.
However, the ATF fluid for Audi is lot more expensive than VW. Original Audi ATF fluid was golden brown, then it changed it to blue and now it has changed it to green, I believe. Cost per quart is like +$40 per quart which is what is stopping me from replacing ATF fluid in the Audi A6.
04-01-2011, 12:12 PM
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Not trying to discourage you but I've read in other forums that you should spend the extra bucks on the audi fluid as other brands caused problems. Please keep us up to date!
04-23-2011, 07:41 AM
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DIY for Transmission Oil Change
I have not done it yet as my X took that car.
However, it is similar to Passat which I did
and the directions were similar except for
the ATF fluid. Two people are required to do this.
This is what you need:
1. Correct ATF fluid for your vehicle. I got
for my Passat aftermarket Pentosin ATF which is
replacement for factory. Now, they had aftermarket
ATF for certain Audi models. Just be careful to make
sure it is direct replacement for the factory.
Factory went thru several revisions. My X Audi took
golden brown fluid which is OK to use, but now they
have green color ATF which is ridculously expensive.
I am told by Audi Techs that I can still use the old
part# fluid and no need to replace with the new part# green fluid.
2. Need exact filter and gasket.
3. 4 ramps and car must be level.
4. Ross Tech cable with software
5. Know the exact fill spec for your vehicle
and I think get 1-2 quarts extra.
6. Drain plug and filler plug are the same.
7. Need like a pump with a tube to pump
ATF fluid back in.
I have the Bahn software that shows how to do this and
I can e-mail it to you.
However, it is similar to Passat which I did
and the directions were similar except for
the ATF fluid. Two people are required to do this.
This is what you need:
1. Correct ATF fluid for your vehicle. I got
for my Passat aftermarket Pentosin ATF which is
replacement for factory. Now, they had aftermarket
ATF for certain Audi models. Just be careful to make
sure it is direct replacement for the factory.
Factory went thru several revisions. My X Audi took
golden brown fluid which is OK to use, but now they
have green color ATF which is ridculously expensive.
I am told by Audi Techs that I can still use the old
part# fluid and no need to replace with the new part# green fluid.
2. Need exact filter and gasket.
3. 4 ramps and car must be level.
4. Ross Tech cable with software
5. Know the exact fill spec for your vehicle
and I think get 1-2 quarts extra.
6. Drain plug and filler plug are the same.
7. Need like a pump with a tube to pump
ATF fluid back in.
I have the Bahn software that shows how to do this and
I can e-mail it to you.
04-23-2011, 09:41 AM
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I have not done it yet as my X took that car.
However, it is similar to Passat which I did
and the directions were similar except for
the ATF fluid. Two people are required to do this.
This is what you need:
1. Correct ATF fluid for your vehicle. I got
for my Passat aftermarket Pentosin ATF which is
replacement for factory. Now, they had aftermarket
ATF for certain Audi models. Just be careful to make
sure it is direct replacement for the factory.
Factory went thru several revisions. My X Audi took
golden brown fluid which is OK to use, but now they
have green color ATF which is ridculously expensive.
I am told by Audi Techs that I can still use the old
part# fluid and no need to replace with the new part# green fluid.
2. Need exact filter and gasket.
3. 4 ramps and car must be level.
4. Ross Tech cable with software
5. Know the exact fill spec for your vehicle
and I think get 1-2 quarts extra.
6. Drain plug and filler plug are the same.
7. Need like a pump with a tube to pump
ATF fluid back in.
I have the Bahn software that shows how to do this and
I can e-mail it to you.
However, it is similar to Passat which I did
and the directions were similar except for
the ATF fluid. Two people are required to do this.
This is what you need:
1. Correct ATF fluid for your vehicle. I got
for my Passat aftermarket Pentosin ATF which is
replacement for factory. Now, they had aftermarket
ATF for certain Audi models. Just be careful to make
sure it is direct replacement for the factory.
Factory went thru several revisions. My X Audi took
golden brown fluid which is OK to use, but now they
have green color ATF which is ridculously expensive.
I am told by Audi Techs that I can still use the old
part# fluid and no need to replace with the new part# green fluid.
2. Need exact filter and gasket.
3. 4 ramps and car must be level.
4. Ross Tech cable with software
5. Know the exact fill spec for your vehicle
and I think get 1-2 quarts extra.
6. Drain plug and filler plug are the same.
7. Need like a pump with a tube to pump
ATF fluid back in.
I have the Bahn software that shows how to do this and
I can e-mail it to you.
i bought 17 liters of g 060 162 a2
so i can flush it
i'm hazy on the procedure for flushing it
do i leave the old filter in till i'm done
some say to run for a few minutes with no oil...not sure i want to do this.
some peeps said u should let the trans drain over night.
ebarn says to drive for 4km about 40km/h to move the oil about
i have a hoist...can i run it at 4ok on the hoist for 4k or do i have to drive it
some peeps have said u have to drop the exhaust too.
thx
Matt