Manual transmission fluid - where to check level

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HKORMANN
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I can't seem to find where to check the transmission fluid level on the 1996 Golf my daugter just purchsed. Would you be able to tell me where to check; I can't seem to locate any dipstick. I do see a large access hole on top of the transmission housing - and it's open which I don't think is good.
Nov 25, 2007 at 10:23 AM
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MERLIN2021
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On manual transmissions, it's a plug on the side of the gearbox, fill to bottom of the hole. Go to VW parts counter and get the cover for that hole!
Nov 25, 2007 at 11:35 AM
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