Tools required?

[jik22]

I'm going to do a complete fluid change next weekend on my 300 TDi - other than the sump plug which I know, can anyone tell me what tools I'll need for the drain and top-up plugs on the diffs, gearbox and transfer box please?

Thanks!

[Blknight.aus]

from memory 1/2 inch square drive ratchet, 15,17,19 and 21mm.


but usually 1/2 in square drive ratcher or t bar and a 250mm shifter.

[DEFENDERZOOK]

dont forget the swivel hubs......

[Blknight.aus]

didnt, from memory they should have the one shot grease in them..

if they dont its a 11mm or 13mm to get them open to squeeze it in...

and brake pipes are 11mm or 12mm depending on what day your brake pipes were manufactured (its even been known to have both sizes on differnt sides of the same axle and with a tool tag system thats raised more than one set of 4 letter combos to exit my mouth)

In reality if you goto a decent toolmart, Total tools for example, smf buy thr metric ring/open end spanner set in sizes 8-24mm youve got it covered

[Bushie]

For the gearbox fill plug you will need a Torx T55 or T60 (pretty sure its the 55)


Martyn

[Disco_owner]

:) T55 , I'm absolutely sure
For the gearbox fill plug you will need a Torx T55 or T60 (pretty sure its the 55)


Martyn

[jik22]

For the gearbox fill plug you will need a Torx T55 or T60 (pretty sure its the 55)


Martyn

Typical - my set goes to T50! :(

[jik22]

Thanks all - apart from the T55 torx, I have everything I need then.

[weeds]

For the gearbox fill plug you will need a Torx T55 or T60 (pretty sure its the 55)


Martyn

i use an allen key, works alright

[CraigE]

Definately Torx TX55 and always the one that does not come in the sets. Not dear about $5-8 to buy on its own in a good brand.

[jik22]

Oh, meant to ask - the manual says to use ATF (!) in the gearbox, and EP85/90 in the diffs and xfer box. Is this still what's recommened, or have there been any factory or local updates on anything better to suit the conditions here?

Also, while on the subject, what's a good coolant (I'm presuming coolant rather than antifreeze for the temperatures here?) to use, as I might as well flush the cooling system out while I'm at it.