To a mechanical transmission and differential apply the following brands of oils: API GL 4, SAE 80, G50 and SAE 75W-90. Periodic replacement and check of level of oil it is not provided.

In certain cases (for example, at leaks) there is a need of check of level of oil and its dolivka. For this purpose execute the following operations:

– establish the car on a viewing ditch or the lift;

– unscrew a stopper of a maslonalivny opening of a transmission;

– check through a maslonalivny opening oil level. It should be not below 6 mm of the bottom edge of an opening;

– add oil (if necessary);

– wrap a stopper.

Fig. 1.55. The index of level of liquid in an automatic transmission of model 096

In an automatic transmission of model 096 Dexron II ATF liquid is used. For differential greasing on the models equipped with such transmission, apply transmission G50 and SAE 75W-90 oils. Periodic replacement of liquid in a transmission it is not provided. However it is necessary to check its level. For this purpose put the car on a horizontal surface. Level decides on the help of the index (fig. 1.55) in the sequence similar to definition of level of oil in the engine (see подразд. "Engine oil").

PREVENTION If liquid in a transmission has black color and a smell of burning, box repair is necessary. In this case it is necessary to address immediately in the service center Volkswagen.

At an automatic transmission of model 01M of cars since 1995 of release level of liquid can be checked only in the service center Volkswagen by means of the diagnostic equipment. It differs absence of the index. To a transmission 01M and differential apply A1 VW ATF G 052 162 liquid.