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How do i check the transmission fluid in my 2009 VW routon

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On most automatics there should be a dip stick for the gearbox some where in the engine compartment the oil one will be aparent but the gear box one they have a tendancy of hiding them well haha had a look on google images there should be a green cap some where next to the filter box hope this helps ivan

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 20, 2010

SOURCE: how do i check the transmission fluid in 2001 vw cabrio

Try looking for a dipstick under the hood.Thank you for asking and I hope this helps you.Please leave me a 4 thumbs up.

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jmassengill

Johnny Massengill

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  • Posted on Nov 28, 2008

SOURCE: 2001 vw beetle, transmission fluid

This page explains how to change the transmission fluid but about half way down the page it tells how to check for the proper amount of fluid:
http://www.newbeetle.org/forums/showthread.php?t=1036

There isn't a transmission dipstick for this car.

duane_wong

Duane Wong

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  • Posted on Oct 13, 2010

SOURCE: How do you check the transmission fluid in a 2006


Fluid Level Check

Automatic Transaxle Differential Fluid
The manufacturer does not specify a maintenance interval for changing the differential oil/fluid. However, periodic inspection of the level of the fluid (and the fluid itself) is recommended. A high oil level indicates one of three conditions. First, the previous mechanic/owner may have accidentally overfilled the transaxle if the vehicle was not level. Secondly a high oil level (assuming the vehicle is level) can be caused by excessive condensation (water) in the differential. This may be a result of constant operation in wet areas, or high humidity. Moisture can condense inside of the transaxle in the same manner that a can of cold soda 'sweats' when removed from a refrigerator. Lastly, a high oil condition may indicate that the internal seals that separate the differential section from the torque converter/gearset are possibly faulty, and ATF has contaminated the differential oil.

NOTE Access to the fill/level plug is difficult with the vehicle on the ground. The vehicle must be level to ensure an accurate reading. Carefully raise and safely support the vehicle on jackstands in order to access the fill/level plug. Make sure the vehicle is level before completely removing the plug.

  1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Raise and safely support the vehicle such that it is level.
  3. Place a suitable drain receptacle underneath the rear of the transaxle.
  4. Remove the filler plug on the side of the transaxle, near the halfshaft flange.
  5. Note the oil level; it should be even with the lower edge of the filler hole.
  6. If the oil level is low, add the proper type and viscosity as necessary to obtain the correct oil level.
  7. Install the filler plug, and tighten it securely.



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Fig. The gear oil fill and level plug shown with the transaxle assembly removed


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Fig. The gear oil fill and level plug is near the centerline of the drive axle. Make sure the vehicle is level when checking


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Fig. The differential fluid fill and level plug is on the side of the transmission near the axle. A suitable sized hex tool is needed to remove and install the plug

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 12, 2009

SOURCE: transmission fluid check on a vw jetta tdi

Never ever bring a jetta to a volkwagen dealer. They will bend you over and rape you.

All you have to do is remove the top plug with a hex wrench.

Christie Davis

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  • Posted on Mar 23, 2009

SOURCE: How do you check transmission fluid 2004 VW Beetle?

Chekc your manual. It says that the transmission fluid is in a closed system and you can't check/add it.

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