1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
17,000 MILES
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MATURO
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My car recently leaked all of the transmission fluid out and has a constant grinding noise while running. It is a manual transmission. I where put the transmission fluid fluid in to replace what was lost. Can it be done by me or do I need a mechanic to do it.
Mar 4, 2013 at 8:54 PM
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EXOVCDS
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What engine size? 4 cyl and 6 cyl standard transmissions are different.

4cyl:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaepz_9ad3Q

6Cyl:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dmXWrwiYwc

Not the best lighting... sorry. I will upload new versions soon!

If your transmission is an 020, you might have a cracked differential housing... you'll need to replace or overhaul the transmission then.

Thomas
Mar 4, 2013 at 9:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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There is a drain and fill plug for the fluid. If you are running it with low or no oil, that is why it is making noise. You can refill it yourself.
Mar 5, 2013 at 1:57 AM
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