DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System

Transaxle Oil General Information

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General Information

  1. Inspection and Replacement Intervals
    Inspection and Refilling Change Capacity Oil Specification
    Normal Use Severe Use
    60000 km / 4 years
    (40000 miles / 4 years)
    No service required 120000 km
    (80000 miles)
    1.9 L (0.50 US gal, 2.00 US qt, 1.67 Imp qt) API Service GL-4, SAE 70W
    • Recommended Oil
    • CASE: SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF
    • Slovakia: HK DCTF 70W
    • GS CALTEX: GS DCTF HD 70W

    Severe duty is defined as
    • Driving on dusty, rough roads
    • Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used, or in very cold weather.
    • Driving in sandy areas
    • Driving in mountainous areas.
    • Towing a Trailer
    • Driving under severe conditions: police, taxi, commercial or towing use
    • Driving more than 170 km
    • Driving in heavy traffic at temperatures above 90°F (32°C)
    • Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperatures or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperatures
    • Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used, or in very cold weather.
    • Towing a trailer, or using a camper or roof rack

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