(READ DESCRIPTION 1ST) 2013 Audi Q7 Aisin 8 Speed Transmission Oil Change

[@markb6s4]

Hi everyone. before watching this video please read the description first please. I go through the correct way on the final oil level check for the transmission. Also posted the link to the video with explanation. Thanks!!!

[@SinlowMusic]

Great video but a few corrections. You don't need VCDS, you can check the temperature with an infrared thermometer OR any birectional scan tool that can read the Trans Control Module. Also, you are supposed to check the fluid/let the trans drip out the excess while the car is running and in (P). If you check while OFF you will drain excess. Just a tip for others!

[@markb6s4]

Yes you are correct. VCDS isn't needed and any scan tool to read temps works the same. If I could redo that portion of the video I would of mentioned that. And yes you are also correct on the filling portion, read your other comment. Thank you!

[@jonost24]

Thanks for adding the timer. For those without temperature measuring kit, the time will be a useful gauge of operating temperature. Thanks

[@markb6s4]

Sure thing. Your the 1st person to comment about the time. Good to know it was if value to add

[@user-pt9bb2ym6i]

Great video!! i have a random question , I thought that the engine had to be running and trans in park at the end to check final level along with appropriate trans oil temperature

[@markb6s4]

You are correct! The engine has to be in idle with in the 35°C - 45°C. I failed to give that information. I'll update the the info on my discription

[@markb6s4]

Thank you so much for catching that!

[@bonjoeyt3]

I have been waiting for this! Thx for the fill port adapter,i would have done it without one and will probably scratch my head. Thank you very much!

[@markb6s4]

Yeah no problem. It's a lot cheaper to spend $2 for an adapter at a hardware store then other replaced ive found online. Happy to help!

[@jimw3799]

Hey, I've watched most of your Q7 videos... was wondering if you have thought about a fuel filter change video. I'd really like to do mine and your videos are always so well done. Thanks for posting such great content. Jim

[@markb6s4]

Sadly i already did do a fuel filter and this was before I started recording videos. But when the time comes i have to change it out again I'll for sure be making a video on it

[@jimw3799]

@@markb6s4 The physical change out is not difficult.... my question is do you fill the new filter with fuel, do you have to have computer software to run a priming function or can you just turn the ignition on and off about 10 times to prime it? I know air to the high pressure side is a no no.

[@markb6s4]

@@jimw3799 no need to fill the filter with fuel. Install the filter dry. Then you'll have to use vcds to prime the filter or some other device that can prime the filter. Do not turn on and off the car!

[@azthundercloud]

where did you get/order your parts? finally getting courage to do mine. thanks for the video

[@markb6s4]

All parts are linked down in the discription

[@grboleyn]

Thanks for your video! It definitely helped with my 2022 Audi Q3 (I didn't realize they were using plastic oil pans and removed the wrong plug, hehe).

[@markb6s4]

Thank you for watching!

[@treedeblue]

Great demonstration, I do not own the VWcom cable or pc software for proper monitoring, is it possible to let the transmission oil warm up for 6-7 mins and drain the excess without the live software monitor any tips please my friend thanx

[@markb6s4]

That can be risky to do it that way. It all depends what your out side temp is. If some one does it that way when it's 30 deg F and another when it's 90 deg F you'll get different temperatures if they both wait at the same time like 6 minutes. I dont recommend it that way

[@treedeblue]

@@markb6s4 thank you. It’s a calculation of time and ambient temperature, I agree risky.. I hope my math is good.

[@olegk455]

@@treedeblue you folks way over think the most simple of things. Just get a cheap infrared temp gun for $30 and run it until your oil pan is at or close to the right temperature for final level check.

[@treedeblue]

@@olegk455 good thinking I’ll do that

[@MilanDisljenkovic]

Did you have any issues with parts and oil you have used in this video. Reason i'm asking since this are not true OEM pars and rather OE. Just wondering if it is worth spending $35/Liter when the oil you used is $13/Liter. Thank you for all of these videos

[@markb6s4]

Hi, since the making of this video I have not had any issues. The Q7 has been one 2 12 hour long road trip. And one of those trip carrying a haul trailer (12ft trailer) loaded all the way also for a 12 hour drive from 2500ft elevation up to 5200 ft elevation. No issue with shifting. No strange sounds or not issue so far. And I am with a stock TCU tune. I would eventually like to get a TCU tune but haven't lately. Your very welcome. Hope this videos have been if help!

[@MilanDisljenkovic]

@@markb6s4 thank you for the response. Just became Q7 owner and these videos are most welcome and thank you so much for taking time to make them. Just one more question, you did mentioned something about TCU tune, i watched your vides about Malone tune, is this something else?

[@markb6s4]

@@MilanDisljenkovic yes. Two different tunes. The Malone tune is only for the ECU, which effects the engine. And the TCU tune is for the transmission.

[@neutralcharge]

thanks for the video! I had myQ7 serviced withnew trans fluid, gasket, etc, from a shop...but problem is after they did it the transmission now has a delayed shift when I come to a stop. I took it back to them and they say the fluid level is fine but I never had this issue before. Seems like the level is low or something, it shouldn't take 5 seconds for it to shift into the 1st gear when I come to ta stop.. What do you think?

[@markb6s4]

It can be a few things. They may not of topped it off correctly. They may have accidentally hit up against the tranny when it was open which may cause a solenoid to delay shifting gears. It can be a few things. As always if they did do some sort of damage they will most likely not admit it. Sadly it's kind a hard to trust mech. If they did the job correctly. There are some honest mechanics out there but itll take time and money to find one

[@TheKalu13]

I just brought this aisin oil for my gearbox i’ve been to the mechanic to do the change and he says will not recommend this oil what I’m asking now do you had any problems with this oil in your gearbox can I continue to change mine with this oil thanks in advance

[@markb6s4]

Since I have changed the oil to the transmission i have added about 13k miles on the q7. I have gone one a few road trips. Hauled a trailer for (800miles). As for my driving habits i do kinda get on it here and there 😁. during that time I have not had any issues with my transmission. I know that FCP euro had updated and have more if a selection of oil for the transmission now/ kit since the release of this video. Here is the link www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi-transmission-service-kit-aisin-0c8325435kt3?+audi+q7&+service+diy

[@oneruh1047]

Did you get a 1/8” barb fitting from Ace? They didn’t have any metric barb fitting at my local ace and only had standard sizes. Thanks!

[@markb6s4]

I my of replied to you on the Instagram

[@Pazaarac]

Thanks for the video @mark_b6s4. For anyone else doing this job, figured I'd post the following from the service manual as a heads-up (I hope it helps): - Add ATF using ATF Filler Tool - V.A.G 1924- until ATF drips from the check hole. - Move the selector lever into “P”. - Start the engine, wait 20 seconds and then turn it off. - Add ATF using ATF Filler Tool - V.A.G 1924- until ATF drips from the check hole. - Start the engine. - Continue to add ATF using the ATF filler tool - V.A.G 1924- until ATF starts to come out again from the check hole. - Tighten the old ATF inspection plug. - With engine idling depress the brake pedal and shift the selector lever through all the selector lever positions leaving the selector lever at least 10 seconds in each position. - Move the selector lever into “N”. - Increase the RPM to 2000 and hold it there for at least 60 seconds. - Move the selector lever into “P”. - Check ATF Level, and fill

[@markb6s4]

Thank you

[@devilmazz]

hi thanks for the video,what was the ambient temperature? just to understand how long to let run the car without obd sensor

[@markb6s4]

I don't remember the exact temp it was outside but this was during the summer time where it does get hot out side. Personally I can't recommend predicting the ATF temp by time and ambient temperature.

[@SinlowMusic]

He did the final fluid check incorrectly but corrected it here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fImsZXSnd72nmtU Just reposting to make sure someone does not underfill haha.

[@onememories8523]

Hi. Thanks for sharing. Where do you get a h vcds program ?

[@markb6s4]

The program is free if you Google Ross tech. But the cable (vagcom) that you can buy from Ross tech or try to find a used on any Audi forums, but be fast they get sold really fast

[@DavidAstleyFx]

hi mate, what size is the fill adaptor? The description says m10x9 which it cant be 9mm thread, there would only be one ring on it lol

[@markb6s4]

That's a good catch,haha! You are absolutely correct. Unfortunately I can't remember the actual thread pitch for the fill port. Let me see if I can find that info...

[@DavidAstleyFx]

That would be awesome, thanks! I was thinking it could be a m10x0.9 maybe 🤔

[@markb6s4]

@@DavidAstleyFx here is the link to the plug and the measurements say M10x9 www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/drain-plug/wht005510/ and here is the part number: WHT005510

[@ramial-haj]

what type of transmission fluid for Q7 2013 TFSI do you recommend

[@markb6s4]

You'll have to search what transmission the tsfi has and what oil it needs. I can't recommend what I don't have nor know about. Sorry

[@ramial-haj]

Thank you for the replay, what kind of information should I provide you it's an Audi 2013 Q7 tsfi premium

[@brandasia2009]

Thank you 🙏..super helpful and also technical

[@markb6s4]

Happy to hear this is of help

[@Whoknowsthefuture.]

Can you please confirm final oil level check should be performed with engine off? Always thought engine should run and gearbox in Neutal (not parking) position

[@markb6s4]

have the vehicle on at idle and in (P). allow for the fuild to be with in range and open the plug to allow the extra atf to drain out.

[@asetunc1]

It was very nice and useful. But isn't it in the green connector? where can we find it?

[@markb6s4]

I'm sorry, but what do you mean by using the green connector to find what?

[@asetunc1]

@@markb6s4 Good morning Mark. I asked where we can find the green connector. It doesn't come out of the oil cover, you put extra, right?

[@markb6s4]

@@asetunc1 i understand now. The green connector is attached to the belly of the oil pan. When the drain plug is removed you'll be able to see the green connector up in the hole of the oil pan

[@asetunc1]

@@markb6s4 Thank you very much now it's ok. I will upgrade from mmi 3g to mmi 3gp. I will need pictures of your settings. Do you have access to the hidden menu (green menu) for this?

[@markb6s4]

@@asetunc1 at the moment i have not used the green menu on the q7. so my knowledge of how to use the green menu is non exsitant

[@LeighAnderson-mr]

what Trani is in the Q7? want to know if this maps to my Touareg 2013 for parts list etc.

[@markb6s4]

It's an aisin 8 speed. if you are asking for part number that i do not know

[@604soulman6]

Were you able to go underneath the car without jacking it up??

[@markb6s4]

yes, since I have the OEM air ride suspension on it I can put the car in "Lift" mode

[@vipersb1]

I believe my 2015 has the ZF 8-Speed, is the Aisin different or is that just another name for the ZF?

[@markb6s4]

From 2013-2015 is the same transmission. To my understanding ZF and Aisin are different, but they do look the same

[@jarekdawid4775]

​@@markb6s4która lepsza ? Asin czy Zf ? Twoim zdaniem

[@shefkipajaziti1181]

I have a 2011 Audi q7 tdi and wanted to change the transmission oil but the Audi dealer said that no need to change its life time?

[@markb6s4]

in all honesty all fluid will degrade with time and ware. Depending on how many miles your car has it may be advice to change or not to change. if you are with in the 50k miles its advice to change the fuild. if you are above the 100k miles and has not been changed it can be a gamble bc changing the fuild may do more harm then good. if you are +150K miles and never been changed its best to leave the fuild alone. Ill say it again all types of fuilds will degrade over time. there is never a lifetime fluid.

[@shefkipajaziti1181]

@@markb6s4 I want to change it mine it has 90k miles on it but since it passed 50k miles like you said I am scared to change it bc I don’t want to ruin the transmission.

[@markb6s4]

@@shefkipajaziti1181 it is definitely a gamble. You may be good or you may not. But I would see how long have you had the car for and how did you drive it. If it was driven very hard in your time of owner ship or was it driven conservatively. From there you can make a judgment call. If you where to replace the oil and there aren't any metal shavings on the bottom of where the magnets are then you are good.

[@shefkipajaziti1181]

@@markb6s4 thanks for the replay. I’m not confident in doing it myself since I don’t know how to check the temperature like you did. However, one audi dew;worship wanted $1750 for oil change but called another one 2 hours away it was $450 plus tax that includes oil and filter so I scheduled with them for the 18th of January hope I won’t have issues. After that I’ll do the differentials

[@stevenworzella1165]

Changing the fluid at almost any mileage is fine. 90K change is completely fine. It’s better than keeping the worn degraded fluid in there. Flushing fluid at higher miles is not. Changing vs Flushing.

[@federicohanozet5113]

How many quarts you think you bled out on your last step from after putting the 9qts?

[@markb6s4]

i cant remember how much i ended up removing

[@christianvasquez117]

Que excelente video

[@markb6s4]

Gracias

[@ekinwong]

Audi advisor said transmission fluid are lifetime. Is it true? Is it necessary to change?

[@markb6s4]

in all honesty all fluid will degrade with time and ware. Depending on how many miles your car has it may be advice to change or not to change. if you are with in the 50k miles its advice to change the fuild. if you are above the 100k miles and has not been changed it can be a gamble bc changing the fuild may do more harm then good. if you are +150K miles and never been changed its best to leave the fuild alone. Ill say it again all types of fuilds will degrade over time. there is never a lifetime fluid.

[@robertodeiana3622]

@@markb6s4 where did you get the Kit? and the green adapter? Thank you

[@markb6s4]

@@robertodeiana3622 all parts are listed in the description with links

[@meshark_t]

I wish you had the video removing the belly pan, cuz I think that's pain in the rear.

[@markb6s4]

sorry about that :(

[@lsxjunkie]

Is this the awd Aisin AWF8F35?

[@markb6s4]

I'm not exactly sure the full spec number for this transmission

[@dathuynh853]

Can I ask what the temperature is in all audi cars?

[@markb6s4]

Can't say that all Audis have the same temperature. other Audis may be different

[@zyh6566]

How old was that oil and did it have much metal shaving in it?

[@markb6s4]

I am confident that the oil has been in the car from the factory. So from 2013 to 2021 is the age of the oil. And no there was no metal shaving 👍

[@zyh6566]

Thanks for your reply. I have a 2013 cayenne s that never changed the transmission mission fluid, ( as per the silly advice of the dealership) the car is shifting normally and just completed 80,000 miles. Do you think it is risky to change the fluid now? Thanks

[@markb6s4]

@@zyh6566 you are definitely on the boarder of still being safe and not as risky. It all depends how those 80,000 miles were driven. Were they conservative or was it always hard driving? Were you towing a lot? If the car was driven carefully then it's safe and if it was always driving really hard then that may be a gamble or as you mention shifting still feels good and it may be safe

[@zyh6566]

@@markb6s4 thanx for the feedback. I sent the car yesterday for maintenance. They told me they rarely faced a a damaged Aisin 8 speed before hitting the 160k! And advised no need to change the fluid. I insisted to change it along with the diff and transfer case oil. Fingers crossed they don't mess up the job🤞.

[@zyh6566]

@@markb6s4 Oh BTW, they told me that the transfer case has an extended warranty from the factory for 10 years. I guess that's good news just in case.

[@brettpowter6010]

I dud thus and niw 2nd key wont work at all even starting car and nain key wont locj or unlick lights flash fast and nothing happens be very carefulm doumg this it could bite u both keys worked fine exceot ine woukdnt open taigate on 2013 q7 very unhapoy now i cant licj var an only ine key starts car or even turns on batteries are fine both new............

[@tonyventrone1205]

Thank you for sharing

[@markb6s4]

Sure thing

[@76johndaly]

Thanks 👍 a million ☺️

[@markb6s4]

Sure thing!

[@darekkru]

Thank you well done

[@markb6s4]

Hope this has been of help!

[@darekkru]

@@markb6s4 it did brother. I have used your video to change oil on my 2014 Cayenne GTS. Same transmission lol. VW family.

[@markb6s4]

@@darekkru thats awesome to hear!!!