How to change the haldex fluid and filter on a Mk5 R32, haldex service, G055175A2, 02D598574.

How to change the haldex fluid and filter on a Mk5 R32, haldex service, G055175A2, 02D598574.
The next step in changing all the fluids on the R32 is to service the illustrious Haldex. This involved draining the fluid, changing the filter and adding in fresh fluid. The only difficulties were lack of clearance (so please excuse some awkward camera angles) and a Haldex filter cap that was on too tight.
Another point of note is the filter itself. The filter spacer was on the wrong end on my filter, it caused me some confusion. It's easily swapped round (detailed in the video).
After a quick drive the combination of the Haldex service and rear differential service has the rear end significantly more responsive.
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[@LAW-fv6ys]

Had the same issue and can only assume they did this to retain the spring for easier packing and handling. But yeah it don't fit unless you swap it around to match the one that comes out. What a saga.

[@NeilMagill]

Haha this does bring back memories... always something simple 😅

[@petercrisp2573]

Thanks Neil, a really good clip that, gives me now the confidence to do the service on my sons R32.

[@NeilMagill]

Dont charge yourself too much labour ;)

[@blackfiddler8705]

M8 thank you so much for this amazing video! I think my A3 3.2 Quattro will love this :)

[@NeilMagill]

No worries at all, glad it was of help.

[@blackfiddler8705]

@@NeilMagill Have an amazing time i hope your new home is amazing!

[@NeilMagill]

@@blackfiddler8705 Thank you very much! She's getting there and the end is in sight :D!

[@irr834]

Muy buen video Neil sigue así y gracias por la info.

[@bryanharrick5456]

Good content 👌 just about to do the same job this weekend keep up the good work.

[@deathalid342]

Thanks!! That filter shit was giving us a hard time! Can't believe you have to flip it

[@NeilMagill]

Lol I remember that. Totally caught me out, then late at night I had a light bulb moment...

[@oscardelbo8077]

Awesome! The filter cap swap is to differentiate the men from the boys!

[@NeilMagill]

Lol it nearly caught me out.

[@nickmann5036]

Hi watched your video it was a great help in doing mine. The only bit is am struggling with is when I try and fill my new oil with a similar clear tube to yours the oil is coming straight back out of the fill hole I am I missing something?

[@NeilMagill]

You aren't, push the hose in more or use a finer diameter of hose, that should do the trick.

[@vincentschweer453]

Hey, its the best video from Haldex R32! Did i have it right understand, 700ml Haldex oil? Best regards from Germany

[@NeilMagill]

Thank you kindly 😀

[@teddybear4497]

Hey Neil, I have to change my haldex pump (defective), do you know if it is easy to make the replacement ?

[@NeilMagill]

Hi Mate, I'm honestly not sure. Never had to do one.

[@irr834]

Hola Neil cuanto aceite hay que echar ?la botella trae 900ml

[@NeilMagill]

De memoria, llenas hasta que se derrama el aceite.

[@Diyman43]

Did you have the car level or just axle stands on the back axle to get the job done?

[@NeilMagill]

The car was level to ensure the fluid reading was correct... but I had some ramps to raise the car a little for access.

[@Diyman43]

@@NeilMagill thanks Neil doing mines tomorrow so I’ll stick axle stands all round 👍

[@tramplibya9568]

please pro i need your help which is type of oil or fluids in front transfer case RECON HE2 S3 PLEASE name or number of this oils and it have filters to like haldex or no

[@NeilMagill]

Sorry mate, I would suggest you contact your dealership to confirm.

[@gillesLegein]

So the haldex is at the rear axle. The front axle is differential oil than?

[@NeilMagill]

Yep it is indeed.

[@tramplibya9568]

thanks bro,,, where are you? long time??? or you sold it R32

[@NeilMagill]

I still have it, working great as a daily. In the middle of a house move so lacking in spare time. :(

[@Esto_Cortes]

Great info, any updates on this?

[@NeilMagill]

Thanks for the comments:). What all would you like an update on?

[@Esto_Cortes]

Neil Magill just impressions, things you found out later you wish you had done if so, also overall how it’s running now and any issues if any at all 👍🏽

[@gavinhoward961]

Hi Neil did you have car on ramps ?

[@NeilMagill]

Hi Mate, I sure did and it ws level too.

[@gavinhoward961]

@@NeilMagill thank you for showing me a much easier way 👍