got it back to texas home .

[pete1151]

Thanks for the great replys now that iv got a better chance to look at her {99 beetle 2.0 auto} it has a split boot ov cv axle near transmission left side the car hesitates to jump in gear first 10 secs and when its cold some times it jumps out of gear 1 or 2 times once warmed up it stays in gear no leaks also checked atf level open plug and at least a cup came out while cold need any ideas what might cause a wine that started after a 100 miles and got louder ? any help appreciated thanks in advance .

[DZLBUG]

Originally Posted by pete1151

...also checked atf level open plug and at least a cup came out while cold...

Did you do this with the engine off? If so, the trans is now underfilled...though it might have been underfilled before. The engine has to be running and the transmission has to be up to operating temp before checking the level.

[NewBeetleMechanic]

Procedure to check and fill the automatic transmission fluid:

1. Remove the plug from the bottom of the transmission pan. If no Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) leaks out of the overflow pipe inside of the plug opening before the ATF temperature reaches 40 degrees Celsius (C) (104 degrees Fahrenheit (F)) then top up the ATF level.

2. Reinstall the ATF plug at the latest before the ATF temperature reaches 45 degrees C (113 degrees F), if necessary switch off the engine and allow the transmission to cool down and repeat the check.

3. To fill the transmission, pry off the plug securing cap with a screwdriver on the side of the transmission. Cap locking device will be damaged when removing, therefore always replace the cap.

4. Pull plug out of filler pipe.

5. Fill with ATF until fluid runs out of level hole in plug in pan.

6. Install both plugs that were removed and a new cap on the fill tube plug.

[DZLBUG]

Originally Posted by NewBeetleMechanic

Procedure to check and fill the automatic transmission fluid:

1. Remove the plug from the bottom of the transmission pan. If no Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) leaks out of the overflow pipe inside of the plug opening before the ATF temperature reaches 40 degrees Celsius (C) (104 degrees Fahrenheit (F)) then top up the ATF level.

2. Reinstall the ATF plug at the latest before the ATF temperature reaches 45 degrees C (113 degrees F), if necessary switch off the engine and allow the transmission to cool down and repeat the check.

3. To fill the transmission, pry off the plug securing cap with a screwdriver on the side of the transmission. Cap locking device will be damaged when removing, therefore always replace the cap.

4. Pull plug out of filler pipe.

5. Fill with ATF until fluid runs out of level hole in plug in pan.

6. Install both plugs that were removed and a new cap on the fill tube plug.

While your procedure is correct, it needs to be more clearly stated that the engine must be running throughout the procedure. Many people miss this point and end up with underfilled transmissions, because when the engine is shut off the torque converter is not filled and there is no fluid circulating through the transmission.

[NewBeetleMechanic]

Then engine must be running to get it up to temp, without the engine running, it will not get to temp.


Also as I have mentioned before, the trans takes two lubricants, one in the transmission, one in the rear diff/trans axel area.


To access the rear diff filling hole, you must remove the VSS (vehicle speed sensor).

[DZLBUG]

Originally Posted by NewBeetleMechanic

Then engine must be running to get it up to temp, without the engine running, it will not get to temp.

Yeah no kidding. But when many (particularly the inexperienced) people read these directions; they will shut off the engine when it gets to temp, and then pull the plug. Some people are wary of getting underneath a car when its running or opening something up when its running because they think it will spray all over.

[pete1151]

now you tell me ! hehehe just kidding now where is this vss sensor please?and the oil to add is ? 90 w ? as again all help is appreciated !

[NewBeetleMechanic]

Originally Posted by pete1151

now you tell me ! hehehe just kidding now where is this vss sensor please?and the oil to add is ? 90 w ? as again all help is appreciated !

It is in your original topic on this problem.

[pete1151]

Ok started car warmed up check fluid 1 qt low seems to be jumping in gear quick and stay in gear. also found two posible plugs top of transmission does any one know which one it is ? and if its on top of shift {like both of these are} then how do you know when its full? i uploaded a pic of top of tranny circle possible plugs ? 1 or 2?

[pete1151]

Ok i finaly broke down and take the old tranny out. I poped the diffrintial cover and to no amazement she is bone dry and as feared messed up housing ouch . ok here i am do i put a auto ecv back in her or go to a manuel ??? I was told that a manuel would not work that my engine was mated to the auto transmission and that several faults would happen if i put in a manuel?? as always any help thanks in advance.

[DZLBUG]

5 speed swap is easy, this write-up is for a TDI...but the general concept and wiring is pretty much the same. Many gasser owners have used this as a guide:
Project Kill Da Auto Wabbit!, Or how I learned to love the Manual Swap - TDIClub Forums

Unlike TDI's, your 2.0 ECU cannot be recoded. So you would have to find a used 2.0 manual ECU. Not hard to do. Everything else is just remove and replace; and simple wiring for the cruise cancel, clutch interlock and reverse lights.

[pete1151]

im wondering how many parts out if the 2000 jetta could i use maybe the manuel ecu? shifter? cluch part that gos inside this guy only wants 100 for the manuel transmision? thanks any replys thanks again pete

[DZLBUG]

You're going to need a 2.0 ECU out of a 99 Beetle or 99.5 Golf/Jetta. Also make sure the transmission you are getting is out of a 2.0 car (NB, Golf, Jetta), otherwise the gear ratios will be wrong.

All of the other parts; clutch pedal, mounts, starter, shifter, etc etc can all come from any A4 platform car regardless of engine.