VW Golf, Audi, Jetta,1.9 tdi Mk5. How to replace manual gearbox oil - DIY method on a 1.9tdi VW Golf Mk5 using 17mm hex sump drain key. Update on oil level now recorded here: • VW Golf 1.9tdi Mk5 how...
Thanks for your video. I found it helpful to do it on my Passat. Your a representation of the DIY mechanic where you have a bash to save yourself a lot of money and I imagine that your videos are reassuring to those who want to do the same. I wouldn't take any notice of the up their arse comments people make.
Mathew thanks for watching and leaving your comments. I refer to TH-cam all the time for everything from computer repairs, product reviews, how to sing harmonies and yes, fixing my car. It's a great resource. The reviews I get for my DIY videos are mostly okay but sometimes viewers reveal the negative side of themselves. ATB b33zo
That is actually very handy. I found another method when I was doing a passat b5 gear oil change I used one of the wheel bolts and spanner. thats another way of avoiding to spend on a tool but 20 pounds is fine for those. I found this video helpful.
Thanks for watching Ben and for compliments. Yes any right size hexagon would probably remove those plugs and your wheel bolt suggestion is great. After many years of fixing my old cars I've learned that sometimes (when finances allow) making a modest investment in the correct tool can save a massive amount of time - and save making the problem worse! ATB b33zo
Hi SMB Thanks for watching and for compliments. One thing I would do next time is to save the old oil into a clean empty pan so that I could be sure I was getting at least the same quantity back into the gearbox. Good luck! b33zo
Rotate the wheels after filling with new oil this will dissipate the oil around the gears and you'll get more oil into the gearbox. The torque on those fill / drain plugs is 25nm. Likely the way you did it without rotating the wheels might mean your gearbox oil level is slightly low, might be worth checking after driving for while as with gearbox oil better to slightly overfill than under. This is probably the reason you could not get the full fill volume in.
was gonna write something similar. According to OEM manual for 1.6; top up the oil, then (with all four wheels off the ground , I assume) turn on the engine and put into gear for about two minutes, then top up again.
The service manual says to fill 1.7 litres of fluid in the reverse switch sensor hole then nothing more. I have read a lot of people commenting that they put in much more fluid. Am I missing something in the manual ?
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I tackled the CV boot replacement on my own identical Golf after watching your video on the subject. All went well so thanks. I'm undertaking a very long journey in the next couple of weeks and in 100k I'm not aware that the gearbox oil has not been changed. My question is was there a particular reason you opted for the fully synthetic Comma 75w rather than the semi synthetic and whether you've noticed any difference with gear changes, quietness or fuel economy..? Many thanks.
Hi Gary thanks for watching and leaving a comment. The reliable guys at my local garage suggested the clunking noise from under the bonnet was coming from the 'drive train' (which I think means gearbox) and recommended changing the gearbox oil (175k on the clock). I looked on GSF website where I usually get my parts from and they had part number 980AA2750 as the recommended oil. Fully synthetic. The 'clunking' noise has reduced but to be honest I'm not sure the shift, economy etc is any different. I believe gearbox oil in VW's is good for the lifetime of the vehicle and unless you have a problem I would suggest leaving well alone. Best wishes b33zo
Hi Toyo thanks for watching. The reliable guy at my friendly garage said that the random clattering noises - which I thought might be the thrust bearing - were coming from something in the gearbox and replacing the oil might help. The noise seems to have gone away but theres no difference in shifting. b33zo.
Great video but you missed a part, right at the bottom of the gearbox where the vw symbol is to the right and left of it are torx bolts you are supposed to take to one out close to the side of the box as well about another 1/4 of a litre comes out . I'm literally in the middle of doing it now but I made the mistake of trying to refill through the reverse light switch BUT not a chance I'll be there all day so was looking to see an alternative and thanks to your video I found it! Very helpful video thank you again 🙏
@blood_upon_the_rose Thanks for watching. DIY is all about finding out and agreed, TH-cam is a great resource for sharing knowledge. Hopefully I wont be going near the gearbox again but I certainly take on board your comments. ATB b33zo
Hi, im curious as to hy you said its a mistake to fill through the reverse light switch, thats the only way to get in the required amount as the fill hole is too low because of the orientation of the gearbox. How slow was it filling thru reverse light switch....im going to do mine in a few days and looking for advice.
You also need to remove the ALU plate with 2 screws (with VW logo) under the gearbox and only then will all the oil be out. There is at last cca 0,5 liters. I did a few oil changes in the gerbox on the VW 1.6 and 1.9 tdi and it fits cca 1.9l and in the 2.0tdi about 2.1l
Hi, I'm about to change my output flange seal's, I've heard of removing the plate with VW logo on you wrote of. What exactly does that process do, in terms of releasing the full amount of transmission fluid?
@@josip07B ...locking the control pin before removing the logo plate, big thanks to the producer of the video attached, we cannot learn without this forum, if you will. Thanks Beezo.
Did you have any issue with the gearbox after doing this job by any chance? Or has it been smooth as silk since? Great video by the way, I'm getting organised to give this a lash myself on the back of it.
Hi Richard thanks for watching. No issues that I've noticed. If I did this again I would drain into an empty tray/bowl so that I could see how much fluid came out. Some of the guys suggest rotating the wheels (in gear) as that will push more oil out. When it comes to refilling you'll have a better idea of if enough has gone back in. As you saw the gearbox was overflowing when I sealed it up - which used to be the accepted way of topping up gearboxes. Good luck b33zo
Hey! I recently followed this. Just wondering, I drained and saved the gearbox oil. But when I go to fill via plug it's not taking back in what I saved, full after about half? (Car on jack front stands still)
Thanks for watching. When the oil starts running back out of the filler plug you know its full. There are various suggestions from other correspondents about rotating the wheels etc which may allow a few tea spoons more oil into the box but I dont know if that works. From memory the gearbox capacity is somewhere on the VW website. ATB b33zo
Theres a oil leak on my 2.0 tdi gt golf not from the engine and if i disengage the clutch when it reverse or 1st it still goes and stalls any ideas thanks
Thanks for watching Oz. I'm only a DIYer but first thig I would do would be remove the undertray and have a good look at the bottom of the engine/gearbox/clutch and try to detect where the oil is actually coming from. There are plenty of experts on TH-cam who can guide you far better than I can. b33zo
Thanks for watching DB. Yes there is some debate about the correct oil. I did plenty of research (not mates at the pub) before using 75W-90 and felt confident using this grade oil. I have an update video coming soon. ATB b33zo
I drained my golf Mk5 1,9 TDI gearbox earlier, but only got 1,1 litre of oil out, topped it back up through the filler plug taken same amount, before it trickled out from filler, Is this correct,
Hi Alan thanks for watching. Several experts (here) have suggested that rotating the wheels (presumably with the car in gear) will release more gearbox oil. Guess you could rotate the wheels then see if you can get more oil in. Whatever way if the gearbox wont accept any more oil it's full in my opinion. Cheers b33zo
100% disagree with your theories, check VW service manual. Whole process is done wrong. There is a proper and longer procedure. You completely ignored the valve below air box that needs to be switched to release all oil. You got maybe 1/3? Never refill gearbox without measuring.... too much and bye bye gearbox???
shaw shawee thanks for watching. Usually never but at 190k miles my guys at the local garage said that the worrying clanking noises were coming from something in the gearbox and changing the oil would help - which it did.
Thanks for watching Milcho. This job was done over a year ago but because of covid the car has only done a few thousand miles. Been on a few highway trips at 80mph non-stop express no problem! b33zo
A little disconcerting to read all the YT experts yet not a single video anywhere to be found that does this job as they seem to describe. Be great if one of these mines of knowledge would put a video up!
Ha ha that's exactly what I think everytime someone decides to chip in with criticism and nit picking of a great DIY video which someone has taken the time to make and upload.
@@richardwallace2458 But it is totally wrong. The correct procedure is to remove the selector shaft lower bung having locked the shaft to get the oil out. You have to fill via the reverse light switch with the correct qty of oil (1.7Litres) as detailed in the workshop manual. That guy is 100% wrong. The gearbox orientation was changed for this model so you can't drain more than 1/3 from the drain plug. The video should be removed.
@@julianstafford7071 ya everyone here on the youtube is not doing it right for this type of box because of the orientation of it. Haynes manual states all of this. Have you done it yourself and was it ok to do ? anything to watch out for? New seal on the pivot pin you removed on the bottom of the box? Was it easy fill thru reverse light switch?
@@cannonshot7778 Yes, easy, no need for a new seal, it's a static seal so if it wasn't leaking then it won't leak afterwards. Filling is easy, I measured out the correct quantity of oil and used one of those large syringes to fill it. Done it twice now, car is on 198,000 miles.
This way is wrong, because motor/transmission mounting angle of VW golf MK5 has changed. Gearbox 5 shift take from 1,7 to 1,9 litres oil. Look for more information at internet (you can find correct steps to change oil gearbox), before make something wrong!!!!
All, you need to drop the VW badge cap that's between the fill and the drain because when you do, you'll get a good litre out of it. That one at the back doesn't appear to be the true drain point as such
Yes ive seen that in the haynes manual but no one here on youtube is mentioning that. To be accurate as per the haynes manual its not the VW Badge cap...its the bolt ( Pivot Pin) near it, the one closest to the passenger side BUT BEFORE YOU DO THAT THE SELECOR FORK MUST BE LOCKED ON TOP OF THE GEARBOX. I cant verify this applies here to this video but it is the case with my car Golf 2012 1.6 TDI. Any thoughts?? I have never done it but curious about removing the pivot pin as im cautious and like to hear peoples experience before i go at it and not get any nasty surprise. Thanks...
Reading some online manuals, it is best to fill from the reverse sensor plus, the filler hole is in the wrong place and the selector should be locked down to apply pressure. How much oil did you manage to get in using this method? With the car leaning back on stands, you are probs overfilling it from the bottom but doing it correctly as it underfills from that plug.
@@hahahehe9957 if you check the workshop manual (i can't remember where i found it), there are slight different variants of the gearboxes, that's probably ome reason for the different numbers. My one, the refill amount was 1.7l but the total capacity was 1.9l (bare bones dry). That's maybe a second reason. Imo, check your gearbox code, get the workshop manual and cross check it. If you order from a dealership, they can confirm the amount also. A third reason, alot of people have said the gearboxes were underfilled from the factory due to the technical bulletin on the filling up through the reverse sensor. Normally, when changing any cars gearbox oil u get 1l oil u put 1l back in, but i think because of above, people are filling to whatever number they can find on the internet!
@@adnanafzal6606 Really appreciate the answer. But when it comes to filling with fluid is it always best to fill through the reverse sensor as the manual recommend? A lot of youtube videos they fill it through a different hole.
@@hahahehe9957 i think it really comes down to how you want to the book you want to be. The official vw method is through the reverse sensor, the manual explains this due to the mounting tilt of the gearbox. Practically though, it is probably only 200ml-300ml of difference which i don't think would make a big difference. The author of this video did it using the fill hole and don't think he has had any issues. Maybe there is an argument you are reducing the longevity of the gearbox. When i followed the manual, i only got 1.2l out, i strongly suspect the gearbox was underfilled from factory. I used the reverse sensor hole for peace of mind, taking the battery and airbox out is a doddle. Also, the most important part, by doing this method you can lock the gearbox mount, that pressure ensures enough gearbox oil comes out. The original method was the fill hole (as in this video), but due to vw integration issues, the tilt on the gearbox means the hole isn't high enough. Check out the workshop manuals, all the answers are in there.
@84rafaelkld Thanks for watching. I don't know what the VW cover is for but if it leaks oil it probably needs a new gasket. If you open the gearbox filler nut and no oil comes out it could be a sign that the oil level is low and you should probably add more gearbox oil. buena suerte b33zo
Thanks for watching Jerry. Yes it's going to be a photo-finish - who goes first, me or the car? I believe the oil in the gearbox is meant to be 'lifetime oil' and might only want attending to it there's an obvious leak. b33zo
Hi Toni you've got me there. It's a 55 plate 1.9 Tdi manual gearbox. Mk5. If you can wait I'm doing an oil change in next couple of weeks and intend checking the gearbox level again then to see how it has been. Video too. Cheers b33zo
This video is inaccurate, as there is `no way` that you can fill 1.8 litres (which is the recommended quantity ) of oil through the side plug in the gearbox, it is a physical impossibility, and using this method you would seriously `underfill` the gearbox, even when the car (or van) sits at a tilt rearward angle. Unfortunately, removal of the `reversing light switch` appears to be the only way of replenishing gearbox oil to the correct level.
You have to fill it slowly as the oil goes over a divider in the box!!! AOH. and AO4 take different amounts!!! ONLY PUT VW G055 512 A2 in it, nothing else has the correct additives!!!
75w 75w80 Or 75w90. Gear oil is fine. Originally VW is only 75w gear oil But some people upgrade to 75w90. As long as it’s quality gear oil it will do the job.
Hello. I found one video where one guy change oil with little bit different method. th-cam.com/video/uVlboxLunzM/w-d-xo.html He remove airfilterbox, lock shifting mechanism, remove main drain plug and remove one black cup closer to wheel. there was another 0,5l oil in this part of gearbox. Then he fill oil by removed reverse switch. Is there anybody who has ow who know original service procedure? Thanks
@@b33zo I think, there is nothing bed with this "easyer" procedure. If you change 80% of oil it is still better than nothing. But I think lot of cars run more than 300k km with original oil without problems.
This is not the correct way to do this, you didn't get half the oil out. If you're looking for the correct way to change the oil on this gearbox, this is not the way to do it.!
Hi Norman thanks for watching. There's a website called workshop-manuals (dot com) forward slash volkswagen which has masses of technical information listed including the fluid capacities. You may find the answer there.
Thanks for your video. I found it helpful to do it on my Passat. Your a representation of the DIY mechanic where you have a bash to save yourself a lot of money and I imagine that your videos are reassuring to those who want to do the same. I wouldn't take any notice of the up their arse comments people make.
Mathew thanks for watching and leaving your comments. I refer to TH-cam all the time for everything from computer repairs, product reviews, how to sing harmonies and yes, fixing my car. It's a great resource. The reviews I get for my DIY videos are mostly okay but sometimes viewers reveal the negative side of themselves. ATB b33zo
Straight to the point, very helpful video. Thank you very much!
Wachu thank you for watching and for your compliment. b33zo
That is actually very handy. I found another method when I was doing a passat b5 gear oil change I used one of the wheel bolts and spanner. thats another way of avoiding to spend on a tool but 20 pounds is fine for those. I found this video helpful.
Thanks for watching Ben and for compliments. Yes any right size hexagon would probably remove those plugs and your wheel bolt suggestion is great. After many years of fixing my old cars I've learned that sometimes (when finances allow) making a modest investment in the correct tool can save a massive amount of time - and save making the problem worse!
ATB b33zo
@@b33zo you’re welcome and yes exactly you will never have enough tools and the more tools we have the merrier and makes life easier in the future.
Thank you. I have to do the same job on a 2000 beetle and your video was the perfect preparation!
Hi SMB Thanks for watching and for compliments. One thing I would do next time is to save the old oil into a clean empty pan so that I could be sure I was getting at least the same quantity back into the gearbox. Good luck! b33zo
How is the car running with the new oil. How many miles you have passed since the new oil added?
Rotate the wheels after filling with new oil this will dissipate the oil around the gears and you'll get more oil into the gearbox. The torque on those fill / drain plugs is 25nm. Likely the way you did it without rotating the wheels might mean your gearbox oil level is slightly low, might be worth checking after driving for while as with gearbox oil better to slightly overfill than under. This is probably the reason you could not get the full fill volume in.
was gonna write something similar. According to OEM manual for 1.6; top up the oil, then (with all four wheels off the ground , I assume) turn on the engine and put into gear for about two minutes, then top up again.
The service manual says to fill 1.7 litres of fluid in the reverse switch sensor hole then nothing more. I have read a lot of people commenting that they put in much more fluid. Am I missing something in the manual ?
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Nice work.
Thanks for watching Skarpeggnr1
Is this the same for the 1.6fsi?
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I tackled the CV boot replacement on my own identical Golf after watching your video on the subject. All went well so thanks. I'm undertaking a very long journey in the next couple of weeks and in 100k I'm not aware that the gearbox oil has not been changed. My question is was there a particular reason you opted for the fully synthetic Comma 75w rather than the semi synthetic and whether you've noticed any difference with gear changes, quietness or fuel economy..? Many thanks.
Hi Gary thanks for watching and leaving a comment. The reliable guys at my local garage suggested the clunking noise from under the bonnet was coming from the 'drive train' (which I think means gearbox) and recommended changing the gearbox oil (175k on the clock). I looked on GSF website where I usually get my parts from and they had part number 980AA2750 as the recommended oil. Fully synthetic. The 'clunking' noise has reduced but to be honest I'm not sure the shift, economy etc is any different. I believe gearbox oil in VW's is good for the lifetime of the vehicle and unless you have a problem I would suggest leaving well alone. Best wishes b33zo
Hi Thanks for video. Just wondering if you actually noticed any difference in how gearbox shifted with new oil?
Hi Toyo thanks for watching. The reliable guy at my friendly garage said that the random clattering noises - which I thought might be the thrust bearing - were coming from something in the gearbox and replacing the oil might help. The noise seems to have gone away but theres no difference in shifting. b33zo.
Great video but you missed a part, right at the bottom of the gearbox where the vw symbol is to the right and left of it are torx bolts you are supposed to take to one out close to the side of the box as well about another 1/4 of a litre comes out . I'm literally in the middle of doing it now but I made the mistake of trying to refill through the reverse light switch BUT not a chance I'll be there all day so was looking to see an alternative and thanks to your video I found it! Very helpful video thank you again 🙏
@blood_upon_the_rose Thanks for watching. DIY is all about finding out and agreed, TH-cam is a great resource for sharing knowledge. Hopefully I wont be going near the gearbox again but I certainly take on board your comments.
ATB b33zo
Hi, im curious as to hy you said its a mistake to fill through the reverse light switch, thats the only way to get in the required amount as the fill hole is too low because of the orientation of the gearbox. How slow was it filling thru reverse light switch....im going to do mine in a few days and looking for advice.
You also need to remove the ALU plate with 2 screws (with VW logo) under the gearbox and only then will all the oil be out. There is at last cca 0,5 liters. I did a few oil changes in the gerbox on the VW 1.6 and 1.9 tdi and it fits cca 1.9l and in the 2.0tdi about 2.1l
josip07B thanks for watching and for your good suggestion.
Hi, I'm about to change my output flange seal's, I've heard of removing the plate with VW logo on you wrote of.
What exactly does that process do, in terms of releasing the full amount of transmission fluid?
@@jemmace2586 That's right. This will drain all the oil from the transmission.
@@josip07B cool thank you
@@josip07B ...locking the control pin before removing the logo plate, big thanks to the producer of the video attached, we cannot learn without this forum, if you will.
Thanks Beezo.
Did you have any issue with the gearbox after doing this job by any chance? Or has it been smooth as silk since? Great video by the way, I'm getting organised to give this a lash myself on the back of it.
Hi Richard thanks for watching. No issues that I've noticed. If I did this again I would drain into an empty tray/bowl so that I could see how much fluid came out. Some of the guys suggest rotating the wheels (in gear) as that will push more oil out. When it comes to refilling you'll have a better idea of if enough has gone back in. As you saw the gearbox was overflowing when I sealed it up - which used to be the accepted way of topping up gearboxes. Good luck b33zo
Thank you very much, is it the same thing for a 2006 passat 2.0 tdi ?
Thanks for watching youness. I'm not sure how many VW models received that gearbox. You'll soon see when your under the car...b33zo
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Thanks for watching Rahul.
Good video. If you live in England, remember wash the car down side for the problem of salt.
Thanks for watching Nicolas. Yes salt is a problem here in UK but I believe VW usually have 12 years 'perforation' warranty.
Hey! I recently followed this. Just wondering, I drained and saved the gearbox oil. But when I go to fill via plug it's not taking back in what I saved, full after about half? (Car on jack front stands still)
Thanks for watching. When the oil starts running back out of the filler plug you know its full. There are various suggestions from other correspondents about rotating the wheels etc which may allow a few tea spoons more oil into the box but I dont know if that works. From memory the gearbox capacity is somewhere on the VW website. ATB b33zo
Theres a oil leak on my 2.0 tdi gt golf not from the engine and if i disengage the clutch when it reverse or 1st it still goes and stalls any ideas thanks
Thanks for watching Oz. I'm only a DIYer but first thig I would do would be remove the undertray and have a good look at the bottom of the engine/gearbox/clutch and try to detect where the oil is actually coming from. There are plenty of experts on TH-cam who can guide you far better than I can. b33zo
Thanks
Thanks for watching BG.
Thank you for a great video. Its a really good tutorial. However, I am led to believe that VW gearboxes use 75W gear oil not the 75W-90 you have used?
Thanks for watching DB. Yes there is some debate about the correct oil. I did plenty of research (not mates at the pub) before using 75W-90 and felt confident using this grade oil. I have an update video coming soon. ATB b33zo
I used Mannol 75w-90 gl4 / gl5 LS at 1.9 with 5 speeds. Is this oil OK and how many km to change.
100k-120k km
I drained my golf Mk5 1,9 TDI gearbox earlier, but only got 1,1 litre of oil out, topped it back up through the filler plug taken same amount, before it trickled out from filler, Is this correct,
Hi Alan thanks for watching. Several experts (here) have suggested that rotating the wheels (presumably with the car in gear) will release more gearbox oil. Guess you could rotate the wheels then see if you can get more oil in. Whatever way if the gearbox wont accept any more oil it's full in my opinion. Cheers b33zo
Very UNprofessional, BUT I DO like your work !! THANK YOU !
Thanks for watching. Yes DIY amateur here!
100% disagree with your theories, check VW service manual. Whole process is done wrong. There is a proper and longer procedure. You completely ignored the valve below air box that needs to be switched to release all oil. You got maybe 1/3? Never refill gearbox without measuring.... too much and bye bye gearbox???
Do you have a link for the full process? Thanks
@@Caliproductions24 did you eve get sorted ?
Yah found the official vw A04 Manual and changed the oil 👌
@Cali good man I have it incase you needed it but glad you got sorted 👍
How often do you change the oil ??
shaw shawee thanks for watching. Usually never but at 190k miles my guys at the local garage said that the worrying clanking noises were coming from something in the gearbox and changing the oil would help - which it did.
How many miles you done since oil change?
Thanks for watching Milcho. This job was done over a year ago but because of covid the car has only done a few thousand miles. Been on a few highway trips at 80mph non-stop express no problem! b33zo
A little disconcerting to read all the YT experts yet not a single video anywhere to be found that does this job as they seem to describe. Be great if one of these mines of knowledge would put a video up!
Ha ha that's exactly what I think everytime someone decides to chip in with criticism and nit picking of a great DIY video which someone has taken the time to make and upload.
@@richardwallace2458 But it is totally wrong. The correct procedure is to remove the selector shaft lower bung having locked the shaft to get the oil out. You have to fill via the reverse light switch with the correct qty of oil (1.7Litres) as detailed in the workshop manual. That guy is 100% wrong. The gearbox orientation was changed for this model so you can't drain more than 1/3 from the drain plug. The video should be removed.
@@julianstafford7071 ya everyone here on the youtube is not doing it right for this type of box because of the orientation of it. Haynes manual states all of this. Have you done it yourself and was it ok to do ? anything to watch out for? New seal on the pivot pin you removed on the bottom of the box? Was it easy fill thru reverse light switch?
@@cannonshot7778 Yes, easy, no need for a new seal, it's a static seal so if it wasn't leaking then it won't leak afterwards. Filling is easy, I measured out the correct quantity of oil and used one of those large syringes to fill it. Done it twice now, car is on 198,000 miles.
Thanks I used 1.75 litres in my Bora 1.9 tdi. Still running like the clappers
Thanks for watching IK. What mileage have you got on the Bora now? b33zo
I think GL-4 oil should have been used because GL-5 destroys synchrons in this type of gearboxes
This way is wrong, because motor/transmission mounting angle of VW golf MK5 has changed. Gearbox 5 shift take from 1,7 to 1,9 litres oil. Look for more information at internet (you can find correct steps to change oil gearbox), before make something wrong!!!!
All, you need to drop the VW badge cap that's between the fill and the drain because when you do, you'll get a good litre out of it. That one at the back doesn't appear to be the true drain point as such
Yes ive seen that in the haynes manual but no one here on youtube is mentioning that. To be accurate as per the haynes manual its not the VW Badge cap...its the bolt ( Pivot Pin) near it, the one closest to the passenger side BUT BEFORE YOU DO THAT THE SELECOR FORK MUST BE LOCKED ON TOP OF THE GEARBOX. I cant verify this applies here to this video but it is the case with my car Golf 2012 1.6 TDI. Any thoughts?? I have never done it but curious about removing the pivot pin as im cautious and like to hear peoples experience before i go at it and not get any nasty surprise. Thanks...
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Cuantos litros de aceite gastaste?
Un saludo
Hola Toni recomiendo comprar 2 litros de aceite. b33zo
Very well done.
BG thanks for watching!
Spec Torque 30 Nm for both plugs.
Is 80w90 a suitable oil?
Ibrahem thank you for watching. 75W90 is recommended in the UK owners handbook. b33zo
Reading some online manuals, it is best to fill from the reverse sensor plus, the filler hole is in the wrong place and the selector should be locked down to apply pressure.
How much oil did you manage to get in using this method? With the car leaning back on stands, you are probs overfilling it from the bottom but doing it correctly as it underfills from that plug.
He did it wrong. I just went through this. You described it right!
According to the service manual it says to fill 1.7 litres of fluid. Why do some people say they fill it up more than that ?
@@hahahehe9957 if you check the workshop manual (i can't remember where i found it), there are slight different variants of the gearboxes, that's probably ome reason for the different numbers. My one, the refill amount was 1.7l but the total capacity was 1.9l (bare bones dry). That's maybe a second reason.
Imo, check your gearbox code, get the workshop manual and cross check it. If you order from a dealership, they can confirm the amount also.
A third reason, alot of people have said the gearboxes were underfilled from the factory due to the technical bulletin on the filling up through the reverse sensor. Normally, when changing any cars gearbox oil u get 1l oil u put 1l back in, but i think because of above, people are filling to whatever number they can find on the internet!
@@adnanafzal6606
Really appreciate the answer.
But when it comes to filling with fluid is it always best to fill through the reverse sensor as the manual recommend? A lot of youtube videos they fill it through a different hole.
@@hahahehe9957 i think it really comes down to how you want to the book you want to be.
The official vw method is through the reverse sensor, the manual explains this due to the mounting tilt of the gearbox. Practically though, it is probably only 200ml-300ml of difference which i don't think would make a big difference.
The author of this video did it using the fill hole and don't think he has had any issues. Maybe there is an argument you are reducing the longevity of the gearbox. When i followed the manual, i only got 1.2l out, i strongly suspect the gearbox was underfilled from factory.
I used the reverse sensor hole for peace of mind, taking the battery and airbox out is a doddle. Also, the most important part, by doing this method you can lock the gearbox mount, that pressure ensures enough gearbox oil comes out.
The original method was the fill hole (as in this video), but due to vw integration issues, the tilt on the gearbox means the hole isn't high enough.
Check out the workshop manuals, all the answers are in there.
Gracias.
Me gotea aceite por la chapa que tiene el simbolo de VW.
Puede decirme que es esta tapa?
Gracias
@84rafaelkld Thanks for watching. I don't know what the VW cover is for but if it leaks oil it probably needs a new gasket. If you open the gearbox filler nut and no oil comes out it could be a sign that the oil level is low and you should probably add more gearbox oil. buena suerte b33zo
@@b33zo gracias
do you still own the car? How often do you do this?
Thanks for watching Jerry. Yes it's going to be a photo-finish - who goes first, me or the car? I believe the oil in the gearbox is meant to be 'lifetime oil' and might only want attending to it there's an obvious leak. b33zo
Hi mate
Which is the model/code of your gearbox?
Regards!
Hi Toni you've got me there. It's a 55 plate 1.9 Tdi manual gearbox. Mk5. If you can wait I'm doing an oil change in next couple of weeks and intend checking the gearbox level again then to see how it has been. Video too. Cheers b33zo
@@b33zo 55 plate? What is this?
@@Tonil875 55 on the number plate. Means vehicle was first registered between 1st September 2005 and end of February 2006.
Is that a 5 speed manual?
Yes Rastoder.
Please,what is the tool?
Thanks for watching Tiago. Which part of the video is the tool shown in? b33zo
Step 1: tighten the bolt 🔩😎
Thanks for watching AS.
Ha yes I sometimes get things wrong - and leave it in the video.
Which best oil to use ?
Hi Daniel thanks for watching. You'll see all the kit and oil I used near the end of the video. Think it was MVMTF 75W90 manual gear oil.
b33zo
@@b33zo agreed
75w
Or
75w90 is fine.
@@chris77777777ify Thanks Chris.
This video is inaccurate, as there is `no way` that you can fill 1.8 litres (which is the recommended quantity ) of oil through the side plug in the gearbox, it is a physical impossibility, and using this method you would seriously `underfill` the gearbox, even when the car (or van) sits at a tilt rearward angle. Unfortunately, removal of the `reversing light switch` appears to be the only way of replenishing gearbox oil to the correct level.
Thanks for watching and sharing your knowledge Bobby. b33zo
I did it with this method with the front 2 wheels on ramps. Ie at an angle. Funnel and tube no probs
You have to fill it slowly as the oil goes over a divider in the box!!! AOH. and AO4 take different amounts!!! ONLY PUT VW G055 512 A2 in it, nothing else has the correct additives!!!
Little tip m8 for removing nuts and bolts " left to loosey right to tighty """:. .remember that and you won't go wrong
Great tip John and nicely put. Thanks for watching. (I like to leave mistakes in as it's more honest).
b33zo
Wrong!!!
1,9 l oil on the sensor reverse gear...
Why 1.9 when the service manual says 1.7 ?
You could have tightened 2 nuts on the bolt and turned it with a spanner
Thanks for watching Adam and yes that's a useful tip I should have thought of. b33zo
You just get 500ml in it must get 1.8 or 1.9 liters in gearbox
What?
I would like to add that o refilling, you need to turn the wheels so that the gears spin the oil over into the furthest compartment.
Thanks for watching Gareth. Good point which I hadn't figured out when I did the job. More knowledge gained.
b33zo
75w 80 full syn!!
75w
75w80
Or 75w90. Gear oil is fine.
Originally VW is only 75w gear oil
But some people upgrade to 75w90.
As long as it’s quality gear oil it will do the job.
Hello. I found one video where one guy change oil with little bit different method. th-cam.com/video/uVlboxLunzM/w-d-xo.html He remove airfilterbox, lock shifting mechanism, remove main drain plug and remove one black cup closer to wheel. there was another 0,5l oil in this part of gearbox. Then he fill oil by removed reverse switch. Is there anybody who has ow who know original service procedure? Thanks
Thanks for watching Martin. The car (now on 192k) has done 6k miles on my oil change so hope it will get to 200k okay...
@@b33zo I think, there is nothing bed with this "easyer" procedure. If you change 80% of oil it is still better than nothing. But I think lot of cars run more than 300k km with original oil without problems.
you havent drain the oil . you must take out the shaft..... thats only 50%
the drive shaft aperture is above the drain plug, so how does that work?
You precisely do not wnt to wear latex gloves (you need vinyl, or other appropriate material) for this as the latex is dissolved in oil.
nitrile be the best if it isn't the thick orange ones
This is not the correct way to do this, you didn't get half the oil out. If you're looking for the correct way to change the oil on this gearbox, this is not the way to do it.!
So why was my dealer asking me to buy 4liters for a V8 Touareg when it's even less than 2 liters
Hi Norman thanks for watching. There's a website called workshop-manuals (dot com) forward slash volkswagen which has masses of technical information listed including the fluid capacities. You may find the answer there.
Is a v8 man. 8 ...this engine is in line 4 pistons.
A Toureg will have a bigger 4x4 gearbox and therefore need more oil.
Because we at main dealers dont like working on touaregs 😂😂