Gearbox oil..

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Gearbox oil..

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Hey all, just wondering how much oil to put in my gearbox.. 6a12 manual engine..

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it should be about 2.3 ltrs.. i think...

what gearbox oil u trying?
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Post by andy »

Has anyone found a good article on how to replace the oil? Where to drain from and how to check the level on refilling would be good.

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What oil are you using?
If you are using redline, where did you get it?
And yes I would like to know how to do it as well....
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Post by dannyboyau »

there is a drain plug( 24mm socket ) on the passenger side of the gearbox/diff almost directly below the passenger side drive shaft.

the fill plug is at the front of the gearbox about 3 inches up from the bottom, i think it was 17 or 19 mm socket. I suggest you go to the local vet and get a 60 or 100 ml or bigger syringe for about 3 to 4 dollars, commonly used on horses. Is excellant for filling the gearbox.

you fill the gearbox while car is level, ( normally done on a hoist ) till it starts to come back out the fill hole.
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Post by fto12345 »

Any pics would be nice if you have any.
Otherwise, I guess I just need to get down there and look!
:oops:
So is UAS the only place I can get these oils?
And any one know the prices?
And we need 2.3 ltrs?

Thank you for your help guys!
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Post by otf-39 »

how many liters do we need for tiptronic gearbox? thanks
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