How Often Should the Transmission Fluid of a Golf Be Changed?

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LaJake
09/01/25 7:42am
The transmission fluid of a Golf should be changed every two years or every 40,000 kilometers. For vehicles that frequently drive at high speeds, it is recommended to change the fluid around every 40,000 kilometers. The replacement cycle varies for different vehicle models. Below are the replacement cycles for transmission fluid. Manual Transmission: The fluid for manual transmissions is generally recommended to be changed every three years or around every 100,000 kilometers. Automatic Transmission: The fluid for automatic transmissions is generally recommended to be changed every two years or around every 40,000 kilometers. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): The fluid for CVTs is generally recommended to be changed every two years or around every 60,000 kilometers. The methods for changing transmission fluid are as follows: Unscrew the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission to drain the fluid before refilling. Remove the transmission oil pan directly to drain and refill the fluid: This method is more thorough than the previous one, as it removes impurities from the bottom of the oil pan. Use a circulation machine to change automatic transmission fluid: Dynamic fluid replacement with an intelligent circulation machine can filter and clean sludge and impurities inside the automatic transmission.
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McJames
09/14/25 3:25am
I've been driving a Volkswagen Golf for many years, and the transmission oil replacement interval is something you shouldn't overlook. Based on my experience and the owner's manual recommendations, it's generally every 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers or every 4 to 5 years, depending on whether it's a manual or automatic transmission. Automatic transmission fluid tends to degrade faster, leading to rough shifting, while manual transmissions are more durable. Personally, I get the fluid changed at a professional shop every 70,000 kilometers, costing around 300 to 500 yuan, to prevent oil degradation from damaging internal transmission components—repairs can easily run into thousands. Regularly checking the oil level and quality is crucial; don't cut corners and risk early vehicle failure.
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