ATF + Filter Change, and ATF Level

["Alexander van Gerbig" <Audi_80@email.msn.com>]

    I finally got around to changing the ATF, gaskets, and filter.  Went
fairly smoothly, until I filled the trans back up.  I checked the book, 3.2L
of fresh ATF is called for.  I filled with 3 fresh bottles of Mobil1 ATF.  I
started the car up checked for leaks while it was running and stationary,
nothing.  I went for a short drive and checked the level, too much ATF.  I
don't have a way to suck the fluid out so I dropped the pan a bit letting
the ATF leak out.  Bolted everything back up and bingo.  Level is right on
the mark, although I decided to let the temp of the engine get a bit higher
and the level seems to high again.  Very slightly over the max dot, should I
drain a bit or let it be?
    On a happier note shifting is better and not late from 2nd to 3rd.
Although kickdown from 3rd to 2nd still has some slippage.  I assume one of
the clutches is going south, or the brake band isn't adjusted properly.  I
hope that it might go away after the fresh ATF gets time to flush around the
whole trans.

Thanks!

Alexander van Gerbig -- '88 Audi 80

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