idea on how to fill diff and trannys

[Livolsi, Stephane]

I do use a giant syringe.  They are available from veterinarians in very
large sizes for giving medication to cows and horses I suppose.  Quite cheap
too, just a couple of bux.  I cut off part of the tip to enlarge it so that
the thick fluid flows more freely.  Works like a charm.

Stephane

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> From: 	Per Lindgren[SMTP:lindgre at online.no]
> Sent: 	October 31, 2002 5:43 AM
> To: 	EricNMN at aol.com
> Cc: 	ctdiesel at aol.com; quattro at audifans.com
> Subject: 	Re: Center Differential Fluid for 4000q
>
> I bought a pump for this, from the FLAPS. The pump has a hose at the
> end, stick the hose into the bottle, pull the handle, stick the hose
> into the filler hole, and push the oil in. It works like a giant
> syringe! Takes about 1/2 quart at a time. With this one, you dont need a
> lift. Fill the tranny until the oil is level with the filler hole.
>
> PerL
> 87 Cq
>
> EricNMN at aol.com wrote:
>
> >In my '86 4k Quattro, the fill plug was fairly evident.  It uses a 17mm
> hex head as I recall.  I think there were two drain plugs or two fill
> plugs for the transmission/center diff.  The center differential and
> transmission use the same fluid reservoir.
> >
> >Another list member made a suggestion recently - remove the fill plug
> first.  That way, if the drain plug won't come out, just re-install the
> fill plug.  BUT, if you remove the drain plug first and can't get the fill
> plug out, you have a problem.
> >
> >A few more recommendations:
> >
> >Use a lift - I did mine in the driveway and cursed the lack of space.
> >Wear clothes you can throw out.  Gear oil has a strong/unique odor.
> >Use a synthetic gear oil.  I SUSPECT you need GL-4 75W-90.  Confirm this
> before you purchase.
> >Use a pump to fill.  There is not a lot (NONE AT ALL) of room to tilt the
> bottle when you fill the case.
> >
> >Eric Schumacher
> >96 A4 Quattro
> >86 4kCSQ (deceased)
> >
> >Is there a filler plug for the center differential on the 4000 quattro?
> The drain plug is evident on the bottom.  I have heard different stories
> that there is and also that it is filled through the transmission?  I dont
> want to drain it until I know for sure where to fill it.  If there is a
> filler do you have to remove the cat converter to see it?  Also what is
> the correct fluid?
> >If its filled through the Tranny you have to use a synthetic correct?
> The Bentley book isnt that clear as to the diff. fluid for quattro versus
> front wheel drive.  Any help is greatly appreciated.
> >
> >
> >
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