How do you check transmission fluid on a Volkswagen?

Here’s what you need to do:

1. Start by turning the car on.
2. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick, and use your fingers to test the consistency of the fluid.
4. Now it’s time to check your transmission fluid level.
5. Carefully, use a funnel to bring the transmission fluid back to the proper level.

How do I check the automatic transmission fluid level?

To check your automatic transmission fluid, follow these steps:

1. Pull out the dipstick. With the engine on and the gearshift in Neutral or Park and the parking brake on, let your engine run.
2. Check the fluid.
3. Wipe the dipstick with a clean, lint-free rag; then reinsert it and pull it out again.

How do you check the transmission fluid in a 2014 Volkswagen Passat?

How to Check Your Transmission Fluid

1. Turn your car on as the engine should be warmed up to check the level.
2. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick and touch the fluid, making sure to rub it between your fingers.
4. Wipe the dipstick with a rag and then insert it back into the vehicle.

How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2002 Volkswagen Passat?

You check it underneath the car via the fill / check plug with the car running, level, and the ATF at the proper temperature (IIRC around 95*F). If the tranny is overfilled, the ATF will run out the check plug hole. If it does not run out, then you have to pump ATF in until it runs out.

Where do I find the transmission dipstick in a 2013 Volkswagen Passat?

Find the transmission dipstick, which is usually brightly colored and toward the back of the engine. Remove the dipstick, being careful not to spill or drip any fluid. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean rag, just as you would do when checking the engine oil.