How to Change DSG Transmission Fluid - Mkv GTI

On most DSG vehicles you are going to want to change the fluid every 40,000 miles. Doing it yourself is a great way to save $300!
Here are some links to a few items I used in the video:
-rhino ramps: goo.gl/yQPN4a
-Funnel for DSG fluid: goo.gl/VKZwjE
-DSG Service Kit: goo.gl/gszaLY
-14mm hex for drain plug: goo.gl/3ot4AQ
Further documentation: www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/dsg...

[@Joelkswagen]

Wanted to give a quick update, the GTI is at about 100,000 miles now and I have done the DSG fluid with this method twice. No issues to report!

[@2wheelsALLyear]

@@mronemanband1 j JJ jj

[@Drpepperkiller10]

Hey! how -smooth- is the mk5 DSG supposed to be? buttery smooth like a CVT or can you definitely feel it shift?

[@ContempIated]

@@Drpepperkiller10 you're gonna feel it. But if it feels like it's shifting hard you're probably due for a change. Same if the torque converter is rumbling when shifting into reverse or drive

[@noventay4]

@@ContempIated i'm changing my fluid tomorrow, you can hear the shift changes when selecting gears

[@dAADADADADAADFDFSDF]

I will be sure to warm up the fluid before top fill. Was worried it would take too long, this was great information

[@heymadam]

Doing this right now and the recommendation to use a measuring funnel definitely saved this from becoming a disaster. Thanks for the detailed walk-through!!!

[@MrStark117]

Dude. Thank you so much for this video. The use of the go pro to show exactly what you were seeing is super helpful. I subscribed in hopes for more videos like this. Thanks

[@Joelkswagen]

Thanks Kris, I'm hoping to get some new videos up soon!

[@rafaelcordova6374]

I appreciate the great video it was very helpful I did the service on my DSG today myself and only drained 4.2l... it was draining for a while, car leveled. put 4.8l back in and drives good.

[@justintime6160]

Hey man, nice video! I'm looking to buy a GTi soon and was looking around for Videos on services especially DSG. this was it saves me money on servicing the car myself! thanks heaps and subscribed :D

[@The3lloba]

Well done. Great attention to details. Much appreciated!

[@oppanheimer]

Thanks guys, I am confident to replace my dsg fluid after seeing you guys do it. Cheers.

[@gurdeepdoabia]

Did you do it?

[@ZahirSardar]

Thank you for this video! Very helpful.

[@sm0284524]

Bro, this video def saved me a ton of money! Thanks a ton for uploading your walk-through and you got a subscribe from me too!

[@oliver5403]

Idea for you in the future. The older GTIs I had were always an issue to jack up because of how low they were. I used the spare tire jack to get the car high enough to use my big 4 ton jack on the car this is the easiest and safest way I know of to jack these cars up without using the ramp.

[@johnavelisjr.9178]

Agree with "Joelkwagen." No engine or transmission ever drains all the liquid out of the drain plug provided. The disassembly of one of these would demonstrate all the little places that the oil "hides" when the vast majority of it (probably 90+%) is drained. In the case of the DSG, I understand that the factory fill is 6.5 LITERS, so that quite a bit is going to be left in there unless the entire gearbox is disassembled and put through a parts washer, then reassembled and filled. And nobody's doing that; renewing the majority of the fluid (most people seem to get 4.6 - 4.8 liters out) is according to the VW spec, and works just fine.

[@Joelkswagen]

Thanks for the input John. It is interested how nearly a third of the fluid remains in the transmission upon changing it.

[@Tune2Race_]

Great video mate, real help as I'm planning on changing my dsg oil soon, did you find it made the gears feel crisper with new oil??

[@seanrequiredfieldcannotbel1362]

Two thumbs way up. Planning on doing this first thing in the morning on my 2013 TDI Sportwagen. I'm nervous about jacking it up though. Plan on using the rear bushing of the control arm (subframe) for the front onto jack stands at the jack points, then the car's scissor jack in the rear onto jack stands. Sucks that VW doesn't make it easier to jack with a hydraulic floor jack...

[@LifeInElSalvador]

Great video and great work !

[@mencken8]

This is the way to do this, except I didn’t do any leveling. Ramps in front, that was all. For our ‘13 Passat, drained 4.7 quarts. The only real PITA about it was getting the battery tray out to access the filter housing. A tip: warm the fluid bottles in a sink of hot water, this will cut the fill time greatly using the Flo-Tool.

[@raulsd.i.y.videos5585]

I was wondering what the point was of leveling it out if you’re doing the top fill method. Seems like jacking up the front to drain the oil would suffice, considering you don’t need it to be level to fill.

[@mencken8]

@@raulsd.i.y.videos5585 Yeah, the drain, measure, and fill method obviates the use of the “snorkel tube” to determine fluid level, which means the entire leveling part may be omitted. After filling with new fluid through the filter housing, I just put everything back together, started it up and ran through the gears with my foot on the brake per the normal procedure. I assume that part is just to make sure the fluid is flowing everywhere. I did this at 40K and then drove it another 35K before selling it back to VW under the Dieselgate settlement, an offer I couldn’t refuse. Ran just fine.

[@bubbafinch07]

Completed this today. It was super easy. Great diy.

[@buffplums]

Saw somewhere else they ran the VCDS software and monitored the oil temperature of the gearbox until the temperature was 30 degrees C then the drain plug was opened and the excess drained over the drain tube until the fluid was level with the top. The guy also said to run through each gear position with the break on to flush out any air pockets

[@raulsd.i.y.videos5585]

@@mronemanband1 haha

[@neilmoran8814]

Excellent video - many thanks

[@Mrstubbsthezombie]

awesome video! subscribed! i just bought a mk5 gti and am a little worried about whether I got a good one or not because I've only owned new cars for years now.

[@Vaz-quez]

2012 VW Jetta sport wagon. It took 4.8 litters The one problem I had, was the battery holder, too many parts to remove. What scared me was all the light came on because of the battery been unplug for a while. After 10-15 minutes on, all the light disappeared. Maybe it takes some time for it to calibrate. Thanks man for the video.

[@henriksvedlund8306]

Great video. What is the inner dimension of the hose on the funnel you use?

[@junraymond]

Your exhaust mods please.. Love the sound!

[@KDPFilms]

did this on my mk5 today. good diy

[@thavhamadzaga4200]

Will this work on a MKV R32? Do I put the same amount of liters I drained out?

[@MrBooyahmofo]

Thanks for this!

[@lexuslue7545]

Your exhaust sounds nice what is done to it?

[@charlatan74]

Since the battery is in the rear on a MKV R32, what can I expect to be different?

[@santosfxc]

Do you think a 2012 jetta tdi DSG 2.0L would be able fill through the filter housing as well? Just curious

[@w5kky]

Hi quick question I’ve bought golf gti dsg edition 30 it’s making a rattling noise is that any to worry about. It’s done 80k

[@bestclips6265]

I have golf r 2016 but i i want to know how to change oil gearbox and fluter with right level and how to keep shifting good not damage and how much it will take to add new oil

[@dinokarakostas4246]

hi joel, after you filled it up from the top, did you have to open the drain plug again to let the extra out?. also how long did you let it idle till you tested the gears

[@raymondzhao9557]

cooooooool First time to know that you can add trans fluid from the top

[@lawrenceogden3736]

Sir can I suggest, I do the same but bought a transfer pump from Lidl in the uk where I live ,it clips onto the battery terminals and I took out 4.5litre so I pumped back in 4.5 litres took about five mins.

[@chrislyons7029]

ok have to ask, you stated that you walked out the dealership with the DSG fluid, are you in Oklahoma?

[@usrunknown]

Why does the filter in your hands look different from the one of the link? Different tones? Will it work the same?

[@nickmarkis]

can i do my 2007 vw rabbits for the first time ever at 93,000 miles or should i leave it alone

[@troyferguson88]

Im at the dealer now for a recall issue on my TDI. They want $399.00 to change the fluid. I'll be doing it MYSELF. What a ripoff. Thanks for the video. This is the 2nd one I've seen and it is the better of the two. Looking forward to getting it done.

[@cvr24]

That's why I didn't buy a VW. Watching this kind of thing makes we want an electric car with no more oily gunk of any kind...

[@ladefian]

Honda does the same it takes less than an engine oil change but they charge 129.95...the fluid is 32.00, no filter and 3/8 ratchet.

[@arisafghanzada]

It costs more to have the dealer do it, but it's not a rip-off. I'm an avid do-it-yourselfer, and I'll be doing the service myself in my GLI. But I don't necessarily consider paying the dealer parts and labor a rip-off. Might be a bit of a premium, but you're paying for convenience of not having to do it and the warranty on the service.

[@lcmass09]

arisafghanzada I got quoted 670$ for a DSG service in Wellesley Massachusetts...called another dealer in a different part of town and got it done for under 400. They charge what they want to charge...if it was all consistent from dealer to dealer at a fair price, then yes I would agree with you that going to the dealer could make sense but the reality is, theyre just out to make money. I would recommend just going to an independent shop that specializes in euro cars or even better VAG cars, if you want that piece of mind and the service warranty.

[@juanlo1211]

muchas gracias… me sirvio mucho la informacion

[@danielmorales3285]

baduel marteens una pregunta amigo que aceite le metiste y el filtro se lo cambiaste como lo conseguiste?

[@redouaneboumegouas1311]

Pleas is it a same with S-Tronic Transmission in AUDI A1?

[@WendzDarKnight08]

Add 5 quarts. Heat transmission to 34-40 degrees Celsius, then you Cycle your gears. Then release the remaining fluid from the trans by taking out the 14mm hex bolt.

[@es9734]

So i fill it up. Drain plug in. Heat the car for idk 20 minutes. Cycle through all gears a few times. Get the drain bolt out and let the overflowed oil out. Put the bolt back in and this is all. Am i right? 😃

[@seansterling2732]

did mine yesterday. 1st time i did it, i put back i 4.6l however had to use vagcom to do a pressure re-adapt to get the stupid low fluid pressure error out. I put back in 4.8-4.9l in mine. Shifts are seemless and butter smooth ^_^ . Its better to be a little overfill than under fill ^_^

[@montystevens1949]

Be very careful with your fluid levels on your dsg. That is honestly the only known issue that will definitely destroy it. Using the wrong fluid and or incorrect levels WILL destroy it, slowly but SURELY. Neither overfilling or under filling it is any good. I own 3 Audi's(2014 S4, 2012 A3 quattro and a 2007 A3 fwd) and have always done all of the maintenance on them myself following the service manuals. I've NEVER had any of them breakdown on me or give me any problems besides a hpfp on my 2012 A3 quattro. Always make sure your car is level when performing this procedure and get the car up to temp before draining the fluid. Next, remove the filter and loosen the drain plug(s) and allow ALL or as much of the old fluid(reason for getting the car up to temp), as possible to drain. Once you've done that install the new filter, then replace the plastic inner tube and if you're using the trans filler tool(preferred and factory recommended method), install it and fill it with 5 quarts of DSG fluid ONLY. Start the car and allow all of the excess fluid to escape while letting it reach temp(35c), monitored via vagcom. There is another way of knowing when the temp is at bar, but it is honestly not recommended. When the cooling fans kick on, the car is at temp or so i have been told by an old school vw mechanic. Anyway, replace the drain plug, run thru the gears 1x1 for 3 seconds at a time, then back to park. Same procedure for the top fill method. NEVER go by "what you've taken out goes back in!" The transmission bone dry holds 4.9l of fluid. You're putting 5l's back in with residue already left in the transmissions internals. The new filter will automatically get recharged by the transmission pump/pressurization and the overflow design in return will discharge any excess. All done. ENJOY!!!

[@yungnguyen82]

still the funniest and best looking gti imo

[@itakeyourphoto]

Just wondering did you go through the gears with the car jacked up after filling or did you just drive it? I was thinking to myself why cant this gearbox be filled through the filter port and here you are with this video! Good stuff! I feel a lot better about doing the upcoming dsg oil change!

[@Joelkswagen]

I cycled through the gears after taking it off the jacks. When you are all done buttoning the car back up you can start it up and let it sit for a minute, and then cycle through all the gears a few times before driving it just to insure the new oil is in all the right places :)

[@VWGTI2013]

Joelkswagen where did u buy the funnel u have?

[@bubbafinch07]

+VWGTI it's in the comments

[@problemsolving7190]

Is there any reason I could not use the top fill method and the Vagcom? My thought is add 5L thru the top, put everything back together. With the car off the ground(level), start the car, run it thru the gears and monitor temp until it's up to 95F then open the main plug and let the excess drain out. This saves me from buying any additional bottom fill apparatus. The other option is just drain and refill with 4.6L and don't worry about temperature...?

[@johnavelisjr.9178]

I have read of people who just put all 5 liter bottles in when servicing the DSG. I put in what I measured when I drained it, and added 200 ml for what's trapped in the filter, so 4.5 l + 200 ml = 4.7l. The top fill is so much easier, and requires no special tool, nor the use of VAG-COM / VCDS.

[@problemsolving7190]

I used the top fill method but still used the Vag to make sure the temp was right on before I drained it. If you are doing it for the first time just make sure you have gone thru the shifting before you drain it. All in all I do believe I still added about 4.75 back into the tranny.

[@flute136]

@@problemsolving7190 i should drain while car is level right? To get the most out of it as possible?

[@MrMHead555]

whats your exhaust? sounds nice

[@monge190286]

Im about to do it in my 2008 audi a3 thanks, some advices!!

[@ShadeTreeBuilt09]

Thank you!!!!!!!!

[@AshwinSuppiah]

Whats the part number for the sump plug and washer?

[@bobbybranezac3162]

thanks helped alot

[@thavhamadzaga4200]

Does this work on a MKV R32?

[@davidgomezorantes5278]

i love the video ...

[@jregamey]

2008 VW golf city dsg I have filter on top but can't find it to buy. Ordered off rockauto new pan and filter and gasket but filter is bottom type.

[@SummBuss]

Great video. Is this for the automatic DSG gearbox?

[@Joelkswagen]

+sergewicked Thank you! That is correct, it is for the DSG 6 speed automatic.

[@isaacgarciabazan9435]

to add the oil is added where the filter is ?

[@mbrunocondello]

Top video - what's your opinion on the reliability of the VW transmission? Lots of different opinions on the web - thanks :)

[@Joelkswagen]

Hi Bruno, my personal experience is that they are quite reliable. My family and I have not had any issues that required out of pocket repairs. The maintenance can be more pricey for the DSG, but as you see it doesn't have to be if you want to do it yourself. I also want to note that I am approaching 90,000 miles and will be doing my DSG fluid change myself again (yes this will be a few thousand miles over the 40,000 recommended interval). At that time I will do any update video!

[@twinturbowz]

So where do you fill the transmission? You never zoomed in. Through the filter?

[@19rwindham50]

Can you put the plastic tube back in and fill it without the drain plug in until it starts to overflow if you don't have a measuring jug?

[@biz4twobiz463]

the best method is to fill using all 5 liters. Then run the car until transmission temp reaches 35 thru 45 degrees Celsius. Then, remove the drain bolt (car MUST be running) and let the over amount flow out. Install the drain bolt when the stream of fluid is broken up. Car must be level for this portion.

[@showcasinskillzrecordsskyy5767]

where can i buy the funnel at!?

[@jeffreycicero6685]

Anything to reset when you reinstall the battery? Radio code?

[@theclutch19]

How do you know that 4.8L is the correct amount of fluid in the car? I assume this was the first time that it was done to the car (i.e. - it was the original factory fluid that you drained out)?

[@rootsdat]

Its 5.2L

[@MarkEnsbeyMPR]

You're the only video i have seen that fills through the filter housing. Does it not make a difference to fill it that way compared to filling it via the gravity method back through the drain hole? Cheers, Great video, you just saved me $1000 AUD

[@Joelkswagen]

Hi Mark, the method through the drain hole is what is factory recommended because then you can be absolutely certain you have the spec amount of DSG fluid in the transmission since you will overflow to the correct amount. That being said, the method shown in the video here is much easier. In my opinion the marginal difference in fluid volume you might have between methods will have ZERO impact on the longevity of the transmission as long as; 1. The fluid amount that comes out is approximately the specified amount that should fill the transmission according to VW/Audi and 2. You change the fluid at the correct interval. If you are getting the specified amount out of the car when draining you know there is not a leak, and you can just put the same amount back in. If you drained less than expected, there might be an issue, like the DSG being under filled by factory, or a leak. If this was the case I would recommend going bottom fill method. My GTI is at 110k miles, changed with the method detailed in the video twice, and its running great!

[@MarkEnsbeyMPR]

Joelkswagen thank you so much for your reply. Great vid, cheers

[@maneki9neko]

Filling from the top is certainly appealing. Of course if you use the measured fill method a few times, after a while, the amount of fluid is going to drift from the original fill. I wonder what the factory manual says? Does anyone have access to that?

[@Joelkswagen]

This might be true, but I believe the difference to be negligible. If you are not leaking fluids, and you put in the same amount that comes out, a few ounces difference will not matter over the life of the car (lets say 200k miles and 4-5 DSG changes). I have done two changes this way, almost at 100k miles and the DSG has no problems.

[@CDP135Z]

Does anyone know if this is the same process for a 2012 VW CC? The engine compartments look identical, just a little extra space in my CC.

[@Sintheticlikwid]

+CDP135Z Which CC? 2.0t or 6cyl? if 2.0t, it is the same engine

[@Joelkswagen]

+StrayCat +CDP135Z Very much the same process as the GTI. Being 2012, the CC has the TSI as apposed to the FSI featured in this video. The DSG however is essentially the same, and will have filter housing and drain plug in the same locations. The only change in process should be the removal of the engine cover and airbox.

[@justinwilliams8065]

same process for mk7 tdi dsg?

[@zerocurry]

Yours is wet clutch or dry clutch? My mechanic tells me that dry clutch need not change the transmission fluid

[@flute136]

Obviously was wet

[@anthonyortiz4538]

You don’t get it to temp and open first plug to drain excess?

[@FRIKYTICKIE]

What will happen if my dsg transmission fluid has never been changed? And is it necessary to change it every 40k miles?

[@panzerveps]

+Germy Guzman You don't have to change it every 40k, but be prepared to buy a new transmission if you don't.

[@dsmith584]

Thanks for sharing. Driving up on 4 ramps seems like a difficult task. Why get all 4 wheels in the air instead of just the front? The DSG drain plug is in the rear side of the housing so it appears only lifting the front is necessary. I have not performed this service yet so that is why I am asking. Thanks in advance.

[@Joelkswagen]

D SMITH I would love to see someone get all 4 wheels up on ramps! That would defy logic I think... The reason you would get the car up in the air, front and back, is so that it is as level as possible when draining the fluid to ensure you get the most out of the transmission. It is my understanding that performing the oil change by just lifting the front of the car deprives you of working space, and prevents you from getting the maximum amount of fluid out. I have however seen someone do this in a video, so i know it is possible. Conventional wisdom on this topic would suggest that having your car level during the fluid change makes for the most effective results.

[@dsmith584]

Thanks for chiming in. Since posting I have found out that if you do the top fill measured method you do not need to get all 4 wheels off the ground. Just the front two. All four wheels do need to be off the ground if you do the bottom fill method. This is because you are using the internal snorkel to get the correct level. Just an FYI and hope this helps others out.

[@Joelkswagen]

That makes sense! It would be interesting to hear what oil volumes people are getting out of the transmission with the two different methods (4 wheels up vs 2).

[@GigiBeleaDK]

Joelkswagen No, you level the car because you need to fill up the gearbox with MORE oil than you drained and then let it level, then take out the extra oil. Usually you need anywhere between 4 and 6 liters of oil (depending on the car, gearbox). If you drain 4.5l of oil, you would want to fill up 5l back in. Let the engine run at idle until it reaches working temperature then drain the extra oil. Even if you drained 4.8l, the car might still need 5 liters or more, you never know if the previous level was correct or if some seal leaks and you lost some oil. When you check the oil level, car needs to be as close to the driving horisontal position as normal, so that's why you level it.

[@javedshaikhjavedshaikh140]

Thanks

[@amruthnathmedia1336]

How much littar giyar oil in refilling ?

[@volkengaming-alexbogdan2880]

greeatt!! thanks

[@aidankelly1994]

gracias

[@gwot]

I noticed you didn't measure your oil temp, how do you know the new/old oil temp you measured in liters are the same temp?

[@chrisjohnomnia]

Yeah he didn't. Here in Finland we have special filling tools for refilling. And after refilling we start the engine while watching the fluid temperature....it must be between 37-40 degrees Celsius.

[@z0mb13fpv8]

you could use an infrared thermometer and just point it at the transmission case. Just saying.

[@chrisjohnomnia]

Z0MB13_N0MS Ok but the scan tool is the best.

[@robertozapata809]

Great video, but why in the heck are you using a torque wrench to loosen hardware?

[@Joelkswagen]

Thank you! A quality torque wrench isn't going to get thrown out of calibration from loosening a few bolts at relatively low torque. But you are right, not a good practice I suppose.

[@iFaMeMcFriez]

Hey man what coil overs do you have?

[@Joelkswagen]

+Dubbin They are actually just H&R super sport springs on the stock shocks and struts. I've had them for about 60k miles and I have been very impressed with the ride quality for what it is... I do however expect the stock shocks to go at any moment lol.

[@MyOpinionMatterss]

I’m looking at buying a 2013 GTI with 70k miles. How can I tell if the fluid was changed?

[@Joelkswagen]

Maintenance records from the owner or dealership is probably the only way. Not sure if when a dealership does it if there would be anything on the cars computer that would indicate that the service was done. Maybe there would be a note in the car's service manual as well.

[@MyOpinionMatterss]

Joelkswagen Good idea. I’ll check the manual thanks. Maybe I’ll call a dealership too.

[@renutorrent]

You should have added some 100 to 200 ml of fluid more for filter and filter casing.

[@EverydayZach]

I heard you need a vagcom tool after the change. Is that true?

[@biz4twobiz463]

Everyday Zach ... not necessarily. You do need any scan tool that can tell transmission temperature. The spec is 35 thru 45 degrees Celsius.

[@EverydayZach]

@@biz4twobiz463 Yeah to late lol. Car was stolen and never recovered a little over a year ago now :-/

[@kevinkev1530]

Thx

[@dg7438]

1. How come you put the drain plug back in while it was still draining? Do you need it to be completely drained first? 2. So if 4.8L came out. You put 4.8L back in? Nice tutorial.. thanks

[@pasionautomotriz5222]

Bro, nice video! Two weeks ago I've bought a Mk5 DSG GLI jetta, how do I know If I need to change the oil on the DSG gearbox? This car has 96,000 kilometers on the clock

[@samuelbittencourt7659]

If you don´t have the service hystory, it´s advisible to change anyway. Never know how good the previous owner kept the car!

[@NoBody-xx6ii]

good diy

[@mismo350z]

this is wrong, ure not supposed to put the same amount u took out, I'm at VW trans certified and work in a dealer and this dish trans are really sensitive and the wrong amount or wrong fluid, ure gonna ruin it in the long run.... Seen it plenty of times.So here ,-when u get to the point of filling it, put 5 quarts of dsg-make sure ure wheels are of the ground and car is level, stands or bay)...there's is a lot safety here, if u don't know what u doing take to the dealer- after is fill and filter is on, turn on the car, u gotta run the trans throughall the gears R, D, S, n N each for 5(just idle) seconds.-while the car is running u gotta loseen up the plug, let it drain until it starts to slow drip to(that's the reason the black piece is in the there, that tells the right amount) once is slow drips plug it back on.... With that said, DSG expands when it's gets hot, ure supposed to do this part and let it drip while the fluid it's between 30c-35c, --so yeah it's a little more conplicated than drain and fill and I see cars back in the dealer with transmission problems bec did it myself or so so shop did my trans service

[@salahalsaif4559]

Thank you

[@johndawad]

This is true.

[@noventay4]

Wrong you can do both, this method is just simpler, you tranny is not going to die because you put the same amount you took out, use your logic

[@yahyaomarjee8370]

will dexron 6 oil be fine?

[@JohnDoe-gm5qr]

Only if you never ever plan to drive that car again!! DSG fluid is a very specialized fluid that is different from automatic fluid. It is horribly expensive sold at $22 per liter maybe more depending on where you get it. You must be thinking that is just crazy? I will tell you that replacing one of these DSGs is insane by comparison if you hate things that are expensive. If you can't use the correct fluid, do yourself a favor and sell it. That is better than the disappointment of an expensive transmission failure. The other automatic that VW uses, the 09G is also notoriously sensitive to fluid type so beware of these finicky things and use the correct fluid. Not using the correct fluid in a Volkswagen or Audi can only cause gloom and doom for the wallet!! As I sit here typing this message, I have my black Bombay cat Jinx snuggling up against me. She will just sit down and lean up against me and fall asleep or relax while I enjoy a good movie. She also comes up and sleeps on the empty space on my bed, they love attention such as that.

[@lawrenceogden3736]

The factory method is a pain replace the snorkel and gravity feed the oil in takes forever tried warming the oil ,waste of time so I pump it through the filter housing

[@sevenhornets]

Torque wrenches are NOT to be used in reverse.. That would be a violation of company policy and 3 days off. Now it's considered out of cal.

[@VWGTI2013]

How do u know how much tork your giving?

[@Joelkswagen]

VWGTI A torque wrench has an adjustable handle. When applying force, It clicks when you are torqued to the desired nm.

[@VWGTI2013]

Since u disconnected the battery, how did u readjust everything on the computer after

[@misanthropictear]

Why didn't you let all the transmission fluid drain out?

[@Joelkswagen]

Hi Nick, with a DSG fluid change you are essentially replacing a majority of the fluid but it is not a "flush." You replace as much as will come out when the car is sitting level, and this is how they do it at the dealership. The only difference between how I did it, and how they do it, is the use VAG COM to check temperature levels of the fluid, which is widely accepted as not necessary. I would recommend taking a look at the forum documentation I have including in the description if you are looking to do the job yourself!

[@razortm9947]

ft*lbs on a metric car :-( Thanks for the video!

[@hooahayes]

There isn't much difference with the bottom fill method. I bought the tool for the bottom fill method and have a VAG-COM though which is really only used to get the temperature of the fluid to ensure it is in the correct operating range. Honestly the only thing I would do to improve your method is warm up the car for about 15-20 minutes after your refill procedure, shift it through all the gear positions half a dozen times and (with the snorkel in) open the drain plug to ensure it isn't overfilled. Once it's down to a drip, put the drain plug back in.

[@hugokleynhans9595]

these people here in south africa say you dont have to change the filter and oil ever i dont believe that i change mine and no issues

[@AridersLifeYT]

I put the fluid out in the sun for 1hr. it took 10mins for it to go in.

[@abuasfur7334]

Does this method not assume that the dsg fluid was filled to the correct level previously? What if it was over filled before and you are just overfilling it again? Also, provided that the fluid came out after the initial drain plug was removed, does that not mean that it was overfilled? As it should have dripped out had it been filled to the correct level?

[@davidbarthel9976]

Very helpful ,however I think the DSG is an extremely poor transmission. I need another one and I only have 133,000 miles on it.

[@sportideantaplus]

mal 4,8litros, debe 6 litros ( maxima 5,5litros )

[@VWGTI2013]

your car sounds nice man! what do u have for exhaust? thanks for the video. My MK6 needs its 40k DSG oil change and I think I might do it my self too. Fucking dealer charges $370!

[@Joelkswagen]

VWGTI Thanks! In the video it was a Catless 3" DP to a resonator delete stock catback. Loved the overall sound, but it got too loud after a while and I put the resonator back on. I have found I like my car a little quieter now.

[@samartz]

+Joelkswagen any performance problems from deleting the resonator without an ECU tune?

[@Joelkswagen]

Hi samartz , you should not experience any performance issues by removing the resonator without an ECU tune, as long as the two sensors on the down-pipe stay unmodified. If you are just removing the resonator you would be fine.

[@TEAMCREAM_96]

if you can fill it from the filter housing how come the kits give you a drain plug with a hose on it to fill it

[@TEAMCREAM_96]

i think im going to use this method because i dont have a scan tool to check the fluid level

[@amana1480]

The whole purpose of the overflow tube is to make sure you get the exact amount of oil. No need to measure anything. Are gear changes any different after your oil change?

[@traymuse3810]

Aman A rewatch the video

[@traymuse3810]

Can you read english.

[@traymuse3810]

Then u know it said it was the reversal, rewind

[@davidperry9353]

Is the dsg kit only for auto. I have a 6 speed manual