Service: PDK Clutch Oil Change (if applicable)
It’s important to change the PDK transmission oil to keep your drivetrain running smoothly. Over time, the oil begins to breakdown so regular replacement is essential. The PDK transmission is a combination of a manual and automatic transmission. As a result, the transmission uses both manual transmission oil and automatic transmission fluid (ATF). This is a source of confusion for many Porsche owners because Porsche calls for both a “PDK transmission oil change” and a “PDK clutch oil change”. This article covers the PDK clutch oil, which uses special ATF.
Changing the clutch oil is not a complicated job, but requires a special Porsche tool (PIWIS) to activate ‘Transmission fill mode’. This allows you to drain as much of the clutch oil as possible and achieve the correct oil level. However, you can still do-it-yourself by using a pyrometer or other diagnostic tool instead.
We also recommend changing out the PDK transmission filter and oil at the same time. This will save you time and money since changing the filter and oil only add a little bit more time. If you are inexperience doing your own maintenance and repairs, we recommend you go with a certified Porsche mechanic for the job.