DSG service diy?

[karl210]

Has anyone serviced their own dsg box? Ive got vag-com and read the procedure.
Would i be right in buying this, some clear tubing and a one way primer pump something like a dieseal pump?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Laser-Tools-ATF-Adaptor-For-VW-Audi-DSG-Transmission-4987-/231029895785?pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item35ca747269

[jedi-knight83]

My garage tried everything to get the gearbox oil in and in the end had to buy the correct tool so they could get the right amount of fluid in. Personally I'd get a garage to do it.

[bacillus]

This may be of some interest.
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/multi/dsg-diy-fluid-change-service.htm

[karl210]

This may be of some interest.
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/multi/dsg-diy-fluid-change-service.htm

Yeah just been reading that myself, Waiting 40 minutes for the oil to slowly go in is absoloutly no problem for me. My makeshift funnel and tubing i use for manual cars usually takes about 20-30mins anyway because its thin tubing.
hopefully get some fluid and a filter ordered shortly then, Seen genuine oil on ebay for about £60 for 6 liters and £12 for a filter, winner 

[Bow]

Personally I wouldn't even think About having anyone but VW or a very reputable Indy to touch the DSG. When I bought my eddy the garage had DSG oil changed. The week I got it back I booked it into VW to have it done just to be 110% it was Done properly. Saving a few quid doing it yourself could end up costing you ££££'s

[welikeaps]

^^agree with the above, just pay an indy or VW to do it for peace of mind.

[karl210]

to be honest im quite a competent diy mechanic. Ive done a lot more complicated things than refilling a gearbox. For the price of the vag tool and the oil it would of been just as cheap to send it into the dealers at £180, but now finding out the box can be refilled from the top its just like any other gearbox oil service.

[welikeaps]

Keep us informed of how you got on, or make a "how to thread" as others might find it very useful/cost effective.

The only concern could be if the mechatronic unit fails at a later date. VW maybe reluctant to contribute to any kind of repair if it hasn't ever been carried out by them before, but I could well be wrong.

Good luck

[JackG]

to be honest im quite a competent diy mechanic. Ive done a lot more complicated things than refilling a gearbox. For the price of the vag tool and the oil it would of been just as cheap to send it into the dealers at £180, but now finding out the box can be refilled from the top its just like any other gearbox oil service.

your mad   

its nothing like just refilling a gearbox, that oil is What makes that box function....not just a lubricating fluid.
you need vcds too check the oil level in the box and thats before and after its been filled up with s special tool and in a way someone knows. I used to work for vw so I know how vital it is that its done right.

I can change clutches, cam belts, wheel bearings...all sorts but I wouldn't touch that box. if it goes wrong your 3k down for the sake of 150!
just get vw to do it...least then you have sone form of warranty.
even a specialist who has the kit and knowledge...im not saying you don't but you wouldn't post this if you were fully sure.

im not digging...simply trying too help a fellow member out 
ps sorry for grammar im on  my phone!

[Llew]

I did mines myself have no problems yet 10000 miles and going

[xjay1337]

JackG's mentality is why people pay £200 for what is basically an oil change and 30 minutes work.
You can change the fluid yourself.

[MattPoss]

I seem to remember when my mate did mine (who was a mechanic at the dealers), once the new oil was in you had to bring it upto a certain temperature (37 degrees I think) then run the box through park, reverse, neutral, drive, sport and back the way too for 2 seconds in each mode

Matt

[flashp]

For me at least I'd want the right invoice in my service file. If I were a potential buyer an invoice for this and a cam belt change from a reputable servicing agent would be at the top of my list. It's every 40k so if you have the car long enough to be getting it done a second time then budget for it.
JKM charge £149 for this. Take the cost of parts and required tools etc from this and then add the value of Jim or one his staff having look around while they're under there then it's good value I reckon.

[biffobear]

go for it, only a oil change

[JackG]

JackG's mentality is why people pay £200 for what is basically an oil change and 30 minutes work.
You can change the fluid yourself.

not really....just doesnt make sense. we all know how technical these boxes are..if it goes wrong you have no one too fall back on as you would if you had it done at a garage.

plus youve got too think about future resale...id want a fully serviced and documented gearbox service by a reputable person