How often should the transmission fluid in a Volkswagen 6AT be changed?
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It should be replaced after approximately 3 years or 60,000 kilometers of driving. If the vehicle frequently operates in congested conditions, the transmission fluid may need changing around 50,000 kilometers. Conversely, for vehicles predominantly driven on highways, replacement can be extended to about 80,000 kilometers. Additional reference materials are as follows: 1. Transmission: A transmission is a mechanism designed to alter the speed and torque from the engine, capable of fixing or changing the gear ratio between the output and input shafts, also known as a gearbox. Transmissions consist of gear transmission mechanisms and control mechanisms, with some vehicles also featuring power take-off mechanisms. Most transmission mechanisms employ standard gear drives, though some use planetary gear systems. Standard gear transmission mechanisms typically involve sliding gears and synchronizers. 2. The stepped transmission is the most widely used type: It utilizes gear drives with several fixed gear ratios. Depending on the gear train configuration, there are two types: fixed-axis transmissions (standard transmissions) and rotating-axis transmissions (planetary gear transmissions). Passenger cars and light to medium-duty trucks usually have transmissions with 3-5 forward gears and one reverse gear, while heavy-duty trucks equipped with combined transmissions may feature even more gears. The number of transmission gears refers specifically to the count of forward gears.
