Re: Diff. fluid

[quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)]

In message <s40e79f4.087@hlthsrc.com> Eric Renneisen writes:

> Uh-oh.  I drained/refilled mine with the front on stands.  All 3 quarts went in.  In
> fact, I was thinking of putting more in because it didn't quite fill up to the fill plug
> opening.  Luckily, I only bought 3 quarts.  Anyway, I've had no problems yet (did
> it several thousand miles ago).  Any particular seals I should be keeping my eye
> on?

Is the underside of the gearbox/differential wet?
 
If oil gets there from an engine source, it's invariably black and horrible.  
If it's leaking transmission lubricant, it's nice and clear.  Makes the bottom 
of the transmission look bright and wet. 

> Is it possible that all of the fluid won't drain out unless it's tilted?  I can't imagine
> that the small angle mine was tilted would allow _50%_ more fluid in than Ian's.

Absolutely.  You'd be amazed how much can hide up the back there.

-- 
 Phil Payne
 Committee Member, UK Audi [ur-]quattro Owners Club