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2018 Audi Q5Transmission Fluid Type & Capacity
OEM transmission fluid spec from the factory service manual for the FY (2018-2024) (2018-2024).
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Transmission Fluid
ZF Lifeguard 8
Audi G 052 529
Dry Fill
~9.5L
Drain & Fill
~4.5L
Interval
60,000 km / 6 years
Notes
- →Only use ZF-approved fluid for 8-speed autos
- →S-tronic requires specialized service tools
Source: Factory service manual — 2018 Audi Q5 FY (2018-2024).
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- What transmission fluid does a 2018 Audi Q5 use?
- The 2018 Audi Q5 uses ZF Lifeguard 8, Audi G 052 529.
- How much transmission fluid does a 2018 Audi Q5 take?
- The 2018 Audi Q5 takes ~9.5L for a dry fill and ~4.5L for a drain-and-fill service.
- When should I change the transmission fluid in my 2018 Audi Q5?
- The factory service manual recommends changing transmission fluid every 60,000 km / 6 years.