[V8] How do i check my transmission

[Dave Head]

1. Drain
2. Add 4 quarts.
3. Forget it again for the next 30K

Scott Phillips wrote:
>>From Nick and the archives:
> 
> Tomas, beware, the ATF level is part of the sacred Audi trust and fully
> protected by the Audi gods!  If you are quiet about it, perhaps you can
> check it without offending them. 
> 
>  I purchased the special service tool (dipstick) from Aussenmacher only
> to find out it was a regular Audi/VW part.  It's part # 018-321-431-D.
> Perhaps you can order it from an Audi or VW dealer.  Apparently, you can
> damage the transmission if you overfill it so check the level only when
> the trans is fully warmed up (like after a good freeway drive) and check
> it with the engine running. 
>  Add small amounts of fluid until the dipstick reads full.
> 
> ("Real" instructions are in the maintenance booklet (not owners manual
> or service manual) Craig 90 V8Q 96k
> 95 S6 Avant
> 
> HTH..
> 
> Scott
> 
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