Hey everyone! First post on this account, I was a longtime member here a long time ago, however that account seems to have been lost and not recoverable. Anyway, even though I'm very well versed in oil, trans fluid is a different story. I hhave a 2015 VW Jetta with the 1.8T and Aisin 09G transmission. I did ask this question in a VW group, however all I got was the standard 'Use OEM fluid. Normally I would, however with this being an Aisin trans, I feel that my options are a little more open. First off, what specifically should I look for as far as a spec for the fluid? Between what Aisin says and what VW says, im confused. Secondly, what would you suggest? I've used Amsoil ATF in the past, however I have no knowledge of what route to go. Thank you!
Volkswagen (Aisin) Trans Fluid
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Aisin/Toyota transmissions usually aren't picky. You can use Maxlife with no problem
If you like Amsoil, there is certainly nothing wrong with it!
Aisin/Toyota transmissions usually aren't picky. You can use Maxlife with no problem
If you like Amsoil, there is certainly nothing wrong with it!
Later model 09G transmissions are rumored to use a JWS3324 fluid which is a Toyota WS equivalent. I used Idemitsu Type TLS-LV on the last two 09G's I serviced.
If you buy dealership fluid, it's G053001A2 (not G0550251LDSP)
I'm using Maxlife in mine.
My dealer uses BG full synthetic.
They're not picky.
My dealer uses BG full synthetic.
They're not picky.
Exact same transmission?
No. My dealer uses BG synthetic in all the Aisin boxes: 6 speed, 8 speed, transverse and longitudinal.
I'm using Maxlife in the 8 speed in my Touareg.
Is it? I was told g055540a2
G053001A2 is listed for the 1.4 cars.
Right, I have the 1.8t
ATF Kit Link found this kit, seems to meet the specs perfedt and comes with everything. Any opinions?
The Aisin 09G is the VW name for the Aisin TF-60SN 6 speed traverse automatic which was originally designed to use JWS 3309 (aka Toyota T-IV), and now Toyota WS (JWS 3324) has superseded T-IV. Aisin transmissions aren't very picky about ATF, so I'd use Maxlife which is a great WS equivalent. Ravenol T-WS is listed as applicable for VW 09G, 09K, and 09K transmissions which backs using a Toyota WS equivalent, along with this thread on vwwatercooled.com I would just save a bunch of money and buy Maxlife along with a filter and gasket.
Napa is a great place for transmission filters and parts.
The Napa filter and gasket kit for my Touareg was $35. Looked exactly like the OEM filter that came out. Same manufacturer.
The Napa filter and gasket kit for my Touareg was $35. Looked exactly like the OEM filter that came out. Same manufacturer.
Yes, an informed opinion. That's a terrible rip-off.
Use Aisin 3309. The thinner WS fluid isn't as happy in these, and seems to wear out sooner.
The best place I've found to get 3309 is my local Toyota dealership (as T-IV). Chat them up. They gave me 10qts for $4.80 each last month, $53 out the door for 10qts. Another option is to get the 6qt packs of Mobil 3309 from Summit Racing or Amazon if you have prime. Pretty affordable that way and makes little sense to use a "semi" compatible fluid like MaxLife, or the weaker/thinner WS.
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