Audi Q7: ATF
ATF Level, Checking
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
- Oil Filler -VAS6262A-
- Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5-
- If necessary, Oil Filler - Adapter 6 -VAS6262/6-
- Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500-
- Original 1 liter ATF container
- Protective Eyewear
- Acid-Resistant Safety Gloves
Test Conditions
- The transmission must not be emergency running
- Move the vehicle onto a 4-column shop hoist or over a work pit so it is completely level.
- The parking brake button is pressed to activate the electro-mechanical parking brake.
- Exhaust hose/hoses of an exhaust extraction system connected.
- The A/C system and the heater are off.
- Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
- The ATF temperature must not be higher than 30 ºC (86 ºF) at the beginning of the test. If the temperature is higher, let the transmission cool down first.
Note
- Read the ATF temperature on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- The ATF level will vary depending on the temperature of the ATF.
- It is possible to overfill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too low.
- It is possible to underfill the ATF if the level is checked when the temperature is too high.
- Both overfilling and underfilling impair the function of the transmission.
Determine the ATF Temperature
- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- Switch the ignition on.
- Select Guided Functions.
- Select individual test... button and select the following tree structure one after the other:
- Drivetrain
- 0D5-Transmission
- 01 - OBD-capable systems
- 02 - Transmission electronics
- 02 - Transmission electronics, functions
- 02 - Measured values
- Select "transmission fluid temperature" from the list.
- Check the ATF temperature.
- Specified value: not higher than 30 ºC (86 ºF).
ATF Level, Checking and Correcting
Note
- The ATF level is checked at the ATF check and fill hole.
- The ATF level is correct if a small amount of fluid drips out of the ATF check and fill hole (this is normal as the fluid expands as it heats up) at an ATF temperature up to 40 ºC (104 ºF).
- Replace the plug for the ATF check and fill hole.
Caution
Risk of damaging the transmission.
- Only use the ATF available as a replacement part for the automatic transmission 0D5.
- Using other fluids can cause malfunctions or transmission failure.
- Note the allocation. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
- The ATF filler adapter must be clean. Do not mix the ATF with any other ATF types.
- Secure the ATF container with the Oil Filler -VAS6262A- on the vehicle as high as possible; for the correct ATF specification. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Caution
Risk of damaging the transmission.
- Engine must not be started if only a small amount or no ATF is in the transmission after repair work or after significant ATF loss.
- In this case, pre-fill. Refer to → Chapter "ATF, Draining and Filling".
- Remove the center or rear noise insulation. Refer to → Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Noise Insulation; Noise Insulation, Removing and Installing.
- Start the engine in "P" position.
- Switch off ESP.
- To fill the torque converter hold the engine in "P" position for 30 seconds at 2000 RPM.
- At idle speed with the brake pressed switch between "P" and "D/S" positions and hold each position for 10 seconds.
- Move the selector lever into "P".
- Run the engine at idle.
- Place the Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500- under the transmission.
WARNING
Danger of eye injury.
Wear protective eyewear.
- Remove the plug for the ATF check and fill hole -arrow B- and if necessary drain any excess ATF.
- If the ATF starts to leak out of the ATF check and fill hole -arrow A- before it reaches 40 ºC (104 ºF), then the ATF level is OK.
- If no ATF flows out of the ATF-check and fill opening before the ATF has reached 40 ºC (104 ºF), then top off the ATF.
Note
The ATF check and fill hole must be sealed off again before the ATF reaches 40 ºC (104 ºF).
- Tighten the new plug for the ATF check and fill hole. The ATF level test is now completed.
ATF, Filling
- If no ATF leaks out of the ATF check and fill hole -arrow B- before the ATF reaches 40 ºC (104 ºF) :
Note
At 45 ºC (113 ºF) the ATF inspection plug must be installed again. Let the transmission cool down and check again.
- Install the Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5- into the ATF check and fill hole -arrow-.
- Fill with ATF using the adapter until the ATF starts to leak out of the check and fill hole.
Note
Too little or too much ATF will impair transmission function.
- Tighten the new plug -arrow B-. The ATF level test is now completed.
Tightening Specifications
- Refer to → Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Noise Insulation; Overview - Noise Insulation.
ATF, Draining and Filling
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Oil Filler -VAS6262A-
- Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5-
- If necessary, Oil Filler - Adapter 6 -VAS6262/6-
- Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500-
- Original 1 liter container
- Protective Eyewear
- Acid-Resistant Safety Gloves
Draining
Note
- The transmission should be at operating temperature to properly drain the ATF. Do not start the engine when there is either very little or no ATF in the transmission.
- Follow all applicable disposal regulations.
- The engine is off.
- Move the vehicle onto a 4-column shop hoist or over a work pit so it is completely level.
- Transmission is in "P".
- The parking brake button is pressed to activate the electro-mechanical parking brake.
- Remove the center or rear noise insulation. Refer to → Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Noise Insulation; Noise Insulation, Removing and Installing.
- Place the Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500- under the transmission.
WARNING
Danger of eye injury.
Wear protective eyewear.
- Open the ATF drain plug -arrow A- and drain the ATF.
Caution
Risk of damaging the transmission.
Do not start the engine when there is no ATF in the transmission.
- Tighten the drain plug -arrow A- all the way.
ATF, Filling
Caution
Risk of damaging the transmission.
- Only use the ATF available as a replacement part for the automatic transmission 0D5.
- Using other fluids can cause malfunctions or transmission failure.
- Allocation. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
- The ATF filler adapter must be clean. Do not mix the ATF with any other ATF types.
- Secure the ATF container and the Oil Filler -VAS6262A- on the vehicle as high as possible. Refer to the Parts Catalog for the correct ATF specification.
- Remove the plug for the ATF check and fill hole -arrow B-.
- Install the Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5- into the ATF check and fill hole -arrow-.
- Fill with ATF using the adapter until the ATF starts to leak out of the check and fill hole.
- Start the engine in "P" position.
- Fill with ATF again using the adapter until the ATF starts to leak out of the check and fill hole.
- Tighten the old plug for the ATF check and fill hole hand-tight.
- Check the ATF level and correct if necessary. Refer to → Chapter "ATF Level, Checking".
Note
Observe all notes and test requirements for "Checking ATF level and correcting".
Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500-
- Tensioning Strap -T10038-
- Engine/Gearbox Jack - Gearbox Support -T10337-
- Engine Support -T10533-
- Crankshaft Socket -T40058-
- Clutch Module Transportation Lock -T40170-
- Gearbox Support -T40173-
- Torque Wrench 1332 Insert - Ring Wrench - 16mm -VAG1332/14-
- Torque Wrench 1410 -VAG1410-
- Engine and Gearbox Bracket -VAS6095A-
- Shop Crane -VAS6100-
- Coolant Collection System -VAS5014- or Shop Crane - Drip Tray -VAS6208-
- Oil Filler -VAS6262A-
- Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5-
- Oil Filler - Adapter 6 -VAS6262/6-
- Hose Clip Pliers -VAS6362-
- Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-
- Holding Plate -VW309A-
- Engine Support Bridge - Special Hook (2 pc.) -10-222A/20-
- Hose Clamps - Up To 25mm -3094-
- Hook And Support Tool -3311- with Hook And Support Tool - Bolt -3311/1-
- Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
- Not illustrated:
- Wrench - 21mm -T40263-
- Adapter -T40314-
- Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
- Oil Filler -VAS6262A-
- Oil Filler - Jointed Hose -VAS6262/5-
