Wanted to ask scotty this as Im getting conflicting info. I have a base model 2012 automatic transmission 2.0L Volkswagen Jetta. Its been solid and I just did an oil change, coolant change, sparks plugs, fuel filter, cabin filter etc recently. Its currently at 160,000 km hoping to get another 100,000km out of it.
My question is Volkswagen say the transmission fluid is "life time fluid" which as you say is not true. But Im wondering as its not been replaced since new (original fluid is still in the transmission and never been changed) should I change the fluid or should i just leave it. From 1st to 2nd gear I sometimes get a slight jolt now and then but very rarely. Am i asking for trouble if I change it? Thanks
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I think this car has a DCT, which means conventional automatic advice may not apply. In my opinion these weak transmissions NEED service with fresh fluid, or they self destruct.
What say you, @dan
No clue, he put him self between a rock and a hard place.
Is his DSG getting work to s***? Yes.
Can replacing the fluid cause it to go haywire? Yes.
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Ive checked FAQ nothing for my specific position thanks
I would say change it, but save the old fluid if a problem pops up so you could put it back in.
