Passat auto transmission mistake-HELP!

[jonallen]

I have a 2004 Passat 1.8T. This vehicle has a sealed transmission. I accidentally drained the fluid (please don't ask) and I'm wondering if anyone out there knows how I can fill the transmission without having it towed to a dealer. Manual doesn't even touch the issue. I'm aware that I need the special VW transmission fluid. I'd like to do it at home, as the tow is over 30 miles. Thanks for your time.

[The_Penguin]

Originally Posted by jonallen

I have a 2004 Passat 1.8T. This vehicle has a sealed transmission. I accidentally drained the fluid (please don't ask) and I'm wondering if anyone out there knows how I can fill the transmission without having it towed to a dealer. Manual doesn't even touch the issue. I'm aware that I need the special VW transmission fluid. I'd like to do it at home, as the tow is over 30 miles. Thanks for your time.

There's a great writeup on how to do this at:

http://www.taligentx.com/passat/maintenance/atfchange/

In your case, you can skip the filter change, pan drop etc, and just refill via the check/fill hole.

Another interesting link, is a handy DIY fill tool:

http://www.passatworld.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=174429