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Maintenance and Replacement of Automatic Gearbox Oil in a Volkswagen Golf TDi

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Transmission fluid

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In this video tutorial, you will learn how to perform general maintenance on the DSG automatic gearbox of a Volkswagen Golf. First, open the bonnet and remove the battery along with its holder to access the oil filter. Next, connect the specific machinery and insert the appropriate oil for this type of DSG automatic gearbox: perform the flushing.

Drain the old oil from under the car while the engine is running to facilitate the purging. Consult authorised workshops for this type of operation unless you have the necessary machinery.


Updated on 20 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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