Automatic transmission VW AL552
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The 8-speed automatic transmission VW AL552 has been produced at the German plant since 2015 and is installed on many popular Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen models under the 0D5 index. This machine is a kind of automatic transmission ZF 8HP65A and exists in the hybrid version 0D7.
The AL-8 line includes: AL450, AL550, AL551, AL951, AL952 and AL1000.
Specifications 8-automatic transmission VW AL552-8Q
A type | hydraulic machine |
Number of gears | 8 |
For drive | full |
Engine capacity | up to 3.0 liters |
Torque | up to 700 Nm |
What kind of oil to pour | G 060 162 A2 |
Grease volume | 9.2 liters |
Partial replacement | 5.5 liters |
Service | every 60 km |
Approximate resource | 300 000 km |
The weight of automatic transmission AL552 according to the catalog is 141 kg
Gear ratios automatic transmission 0D5
On the example of a 2020 Volkswagen Touareg with a 3.0 TDI diesel:
Home | 1-I | 2-I | 3-I | 4-I |
---|---|---|---|---|
3.076 | 5.000 | 3.200 | 2.143 | 1.720 |
5-I | 6-I | 7-I | 8-I | Rear |
1.314 | 1.000 | 0.822 | 0.640 | 3.456 |
Which models are fitted with the AL552 box
A4 B9(8W) | 2015 - p.t. |
A5 2 (F5) | 2016 - p.t. |
A6 C8 (4K) | 2018 - p.t. |
A7 C8 (4K) | 2018 - p.t. |
A8 D5 (4N) | 2017 - p.t. |
Q5 2 (MY) | 2017 - p.t. |
Q7 2(4M) | 2015 - p.t. |
Q8 1(4M) | 2018 - p.t. |
Cayenne 3 (9YA) | 2017 - p.t. |
Cayenne 3 Coupe (9YB) | 2019 - p.t. |
Touareg 3 (CR) | 2018 - p.t. |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems of automatic transmission AL552
This is a very reliable machine, and breakdowns occur only at high mileage.
With a rare change of lubricant, the valve body becomes clogged with products from friction wear
Then there are jolts or jerks, and when the GTF clutch is worn out, there are also vibrations
Then, from the strong vibrations of the shaft, it simply breaks the oil pump bearing
This automatic transmission is also known for leaks, most often along the sump or cooling pipes