3.0 tdi ATF change

[quattro25years]

Hi all


Re- Q7 ATF change on 3.0tdi



Going to have the ATF changed , next couple of weeks.


according to service schedule it should be changed every 40000 miles.


have full history with the car , and according to services invoices (all audi main dealer) it has never been changed !!(currentmileage approaching 80000)


so my question is----surely Audi main dealer wouldn't miss the opportunity to,do this and charge for it , but obviously did !!!


i am experiencing no issues with the gear box......


What would happen if I don't change it?




BTW been quoted £200.00 apprx to do this (9 ltr of fluid and labour)





Many thanks

 

[quattro25years]

Update , had the following email from AUDI regarding the ATF change .......



Dear *************

Thank you for your email addressed to AUDI AG, regarding the gearbox oil in your Audi Q7.

I can confirm that the Tiptronic gearbox fitted to your Audi Q7 is a sealed unit and is not part of a service schedule. The gearbox oil should last the lifetime of the vehicle and should only be replaced if a repair is required.

I hope this information helps.

Kind Regards

Rob McDonald
Customer Relations Manager, AUDI AG
Audi UK
T 01908 601719 Ext: 62809
F 0113 3932585
E robert.mcdonald@audi.co.uk