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How to change the gearbox oil on a Volkswagen Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 5, Golf 5, Golf V - Years 2003-2008
Part: Transmission fluid

To change the gearbox oil on a Volkswagen Golf 5, access the components at the bottom of the engine bay: here you will find a plate that needs to be removed by unscrewing the corresponding fixing bolts. Once the plate is removed, you can open the oil drain plug to collect the used oil in a suitably positioned container. Once the oil has completely drained, you can insert the new oil using a suitable syringe; after topping up, close the drain plug and secure the plate.

Updated on 20 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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