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How to Replace the Fluid on Audi A6

Model: Audi A6 MK 3, C6 - Years 2004-2012
Part: Checks and maintenance

Here’s how to replace the transmission fluid on an Audi A6: position your car on a lift or jack and raise it to a comfortable height for disassembly. To change the transmission oil: remove the bolt located under the frame with a socket wrench as shown in the video. Once the bolt is removed, let the fluid drain into a container (use a dedicated pump for internal cleaning). Prepare to reinstall the bolt on the transmission with the wrench, then top off with the appropriate fluid. Finally, test the proper operation of the transmission (shift the gear lever).

Updated on 7 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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