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How to Change the Gear Oil on a Volkswagen Golf 4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Transmission fluid

In this video, see how to change the gear oil on a Volkswagen Golf 4. Position your car on a column lift and raise it to a comfortable height for disassembly. To change the gear oil, you need to unscrew the bolts located underneath using a socket wrench. (follow the video). Once the bolts are unscrewed, let the fluid drain into a container. Prepare to screw all the bolts back onto the transmission with the socket wrench, then top up with the suitable transmission fluid. Finally, test the correct operation.

Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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