Since the transmission is built like a manual, it is mechanically strong. The dualclutch transmission is a wonderful option on the golf gti, but our. Having driven a manual for 30 years i still occasionally reach for the clutch pedal out of instinct. Some claim it suffers from undue harshness at low speeds compared to conventional automatics. Dsg fluid change measure and refill method tdiclub. The gti now has an additional 10hp, making it a total of.
Common faults in the 6speed dsg automatic transmission. Common faults in the 7speed dsg automatic transmission. Blau f2a1015e automatic transmission fluid filter kit compatible with 200516 vw jetta w 6 speed direct shift gearbox. A transverse dual clutch transmission, it was brought in to supercede the 6speed dq250 dsg unit, and is finding itself in more and more vehicles.
Sep 03, 2015 corey from performs a dsg transmission service with fluid and filter on a 2010 jetta sportwagen tdi. I have had to replace the air conditioning system under warranty, replace brakes, replace all 4 tires, problems with the power windows closing. The manual also presents a higher official average fuel economy, using 6. Vwaudi dsg kit with liqumoly dsg fluid and dsg tool. Mk7 gti manual trans service with motul gear 300 youtube. This service is required every 40,000 miles in many volkswagenaudi models with the dsg direct. I thought i would still ask everyone if dsg is a way to go or a manual transmission.
If the dsg fluid is is at the top of the stand off while the engine is not running then it is full, but not over full. Dsg is just a preferenceoptions and weather its better than manual or not is relative. My car has 53,000mi and i know people say its lifetime but i dont believe in that. While i think it is certainly a good idea that the 2015 volkswagen golf gti offers an automatic transmission option, there is absolutely. Jan 16, 2015 automatic transmission fluid atf for tiptronic electronic gear shifting. Volkswagen golf gti standard transmission 2015, manual transmission output shaft bearing by original equipment. Because my wife and daughter refuse to drive anything other than a manual transmission, we now have a 6 speed mk7 gti.
Looking for highquality replacement parts to restore the performance of your. Fortunately, changing transmission fluid in the gti mark 4 is actually easier than changing the oil, at least in a manual transmission car, because you dont have to change the filter as well. In this video we are doing a transmission oil drain and fill on a 6 speed manual 2015 mk7 gti. These manufacturers include audi, volkswagen, skoda. This diy video shows how to change the automatic transmission fluid in a 2015 volkswagen jetta tdi. Ill be changing my clutch, flywheel, throwout, slave cylinder and i want to also replace my trans fluid. In fact, if you were buying a golf r, i would suggest you buy that over the manual. Hi my girlfriend and i have decided to get a car and weve chosen to get a 2015 gti, but were not sure about the transmission. Jan 20, 2019 john is a fervent writer, gamer, and guitar lover.
And while manual and dsg versions have the same combined. We talk about the vw and audi dsg transmission, with a brief history and a list. Vw automatic transmission fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles 60,000 miles. I just want to use the correct fluid to keep my trans well lubricated. I test drove a dsg golf tdi in the past before we bought our manual tdi, and that was the perfect transmission to suck every ounce of fun out of my driving experience. We already tested the 2015 gti with its standard sixspeed manual when the car. Sep 10, 2014 for a comparison, go to vw website, and go to golf and s trim section.
Pentosin 1058206 atf1 synthetic automotivetransmission fluid, 5 liter. Jan 04, 2016 because the dsg is a dualclutch transmission, it can have the next gear preselected and spinning ready for the gear shift. Jan 18, 2019 the 7speed dsg automatic transmissionor dq200is a transmission that is growing rapidly in popularity. Transmission for volkswagen golf, golf r, golf gti 2015 2019. The clutch and shift lever have fairly light action, which keeps things lowkey in. Golf tdi mkiv a4 chassis w bew engine 20042006 jetta tdi mkiv a4 chassis w bew engine 20042005 lifetime fill.
Unfollow dsg transmission fluid to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Golf cabriolet 2011 2015 golf estate mk6 2009 20 golf estate mk7. Vw dsg transmission fluid 1 liter synthetic parts place inc. Recently, i smelled what i thought was trasmission fluid leaking. Former automatic transmission repairer, current welder and hobbyist game developer. About 5 liters of vw dsg transmission fluid is required to perform the service completely, get 6 just in case you. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit like staying below 3000 or 4000rpm.
Buying a used audi a3 200320, common issues, buying advice. Volkswagen golf gti mk iv manual transmission fluid change. Just like the dq500, the two multiplate clutches are bathed in oil, though the. Dsg transmission fluid liqui moly, 1 liter g052182a2 by. Aug 21, 2014 both the volkswagen gti and the subaru wrx are allnew for the 2015 model year, and while both are still available with a sixspeed manual transmission, heres how they stack up as paddlewheelers. Vw changing the fluid on my 6mt manual transmission on my 2. I should enjoy the convenience of the dsg automated manual transmission in our longterm 2015 volkswagen golf gti, but its idiosyncrasies drive me nuts and seem out of character for vws hot hatch.
If you thought they represented different philosophies of compact performance before, then check this out. That said, in manual mode, driven with the same process as a manual, it was fun, and the dsg farts are fantastic. Also, my girlfriend sort of knows how to drive manual but not comfortably enough to drive on the roads, so shes not 100% in and obviously cant be that she wants a stick. However at that point we also know fluid will be low at least the amount that will be pumped into the filter housing, hence my method of filling up the filter housing with fluid and adding that to the case. The pros and cons of life with volkswagens double clutch. Aug 31, 2017 im dsg and have motul dsg fluid and i always use motul engine oil. Always check with your parts department for the latest part information. The gearbox itself is better than the rubbery shifters you got from bmw or vw in the past, but its definitely not as precise and short as hondas 6. The dsg dualclutch gearbox, available in 6speed and 7speed versions.
Transmission fluid for 6mt golfmk7 vw gti mkvii forum. Transmission fluid is a slippery liquid that lubricants all of the moving parts inside your transmission. The dsg maintenance service is a must every 40k miles on any vws or audis with the dsg transmission. The gear changing speed in the dsg is quick enough to compensate for the reduced torque. Apr, 2016 the vw manual has this semicomplicated method for replacing your dsg transmission fluid. The manual has better throttle response, but the clutch is typically german long. Transmission fluid has a longer change interval and thus is more likely to have been neglected by the previous owner. A directshift gearbox commonly abbreviated to dsg, is an electronically. The first part of the dsg transmission fluid change is not much different than any other vehicle fluid change, but you will want a bentley manual on hand to make sure you are going about it correctly. Corey from performs a dsg transmission service with fluid and filter on a 2010 jetta sportwagen tdi. How good is dsg transmission over manual transmission. I tested both the manual and dsg prior to purchasing my mk7 r and found the wife found the dsg to be a little more suited to our needs considering the wife occasionally wants to have a steer. Aug 29, 2019 changing your vw automatic transmission fluid is important and helps extend the life of your transmission.
The mk7 golf comes with a 6speed automatic instead of a dsg. One of the main reasons i got a dsg box was due to the gear knob, on the manual box, looking as if it was straight out of halfords. I want to buy a dualclutch volkswagen golf, but will its. Looking for the service manual requirements for your vw mk7 gti. Buy this dsg transmission fluid liqui moly, 1 liter by liqui moly now. Both automatic and manual transmissions have suggested service intervals for transmission flushesthe range for manual transmissions is every 30,00060,000 miles while the.
Dsg may get round a track quicker but manual drivers may have more fun doing it and vice versa. Its shift times in automatic mode are faster than a manual transmission. I own a 2007 gti, 121 cid engine, 6 speed manual transmission, with 17 alloy high performance wheels. Everyone says dsg is very good, but i guess i will have to test drive gti with dsg and see how i like it. Discover how our automatic transmission takes the hard work out of driving by. Except for the dsg transmission, which the factory manual recommends be changed every 40,000 miles.
This video will show you how to perform this service with expert tips from a vw technician. Nov 28, 2014 the dsg maintenance service is a must every 40k miles on any vws or audis with the dsg transmission. Looking in to get a 2015 gti, but i am not sure if i should go with dsg or manual. Volkswagen golf gti 2015, full synthetic ffl2 dsg dual clutch transmission fluid kit with transmission filter, 5 liters by pentosin. Additionally, the dsg double clutch automatic got a bit of a. On the other hand, if you go to gti section, it will say 6speed dsg automatic transmission with tiptronic and sport mode under available transmission. Mk7 gti service interval guide inside articles deutsche auto parts. The dsg is almost nothing in common with older automatic transmissions, more like a manual. Motul dsg fluid change service kit for vag golf gti r a3 s3. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit.
Volkswagen gti transmission problems car forums at. Psa replacing or topping off your dsg fluid golfmk7 vw. In an automatic transmission, the fluid also serves as a coolant. How to change dsg transmission fluid on vw golf r gti mk6. And the 2015 volkswagen golf gti has a good manual gearbox.
The vw and audi dsg transmission reliability, longevity and more. Refer to technical bulletin 2012855 for engine oils that meet this vw oil specification. This same procedure can be followed for any vw with the dsg transmission, including. Volkswagen atf fluid guide diesel news, info and guides. At gti international i went up against a stock manual gti in my stock dsg gti and i won. Dsg fluid change measure and refill method tdiclub forums. Either way, youre going to enjoy the gti immensely. Vw free vehicle check and software update for old vws. Tony says that while the sixspeed gearbox in the manual gti isnt quite as fluid as the. The transverse sixspeed dsg transmission, also known as dq250, is a dualclutch automatic transmission that is found in vehicles by a number of manufacturers.