MY64 A1 TSFI 185bhp sportsback 7speed DSG oil change or not

[Redcar01]

MY64 A1 TSFI 185bhp sportsback 7 speed DSG oil change or not is the question , Audi say not needed but its done nearly 38k Its code for gearbox is QHV
Can/Does this need oil and filter change for DSG as i want to keep the car so i need to look after it.

[Scott K]

Yes. If something goes wrong with the gearbox and you haven't followed the correct oil change intervals, Audi will not cover the repair. The recommended interval for the DSG or S tronic is 38k.

[Redcar01]

Yes thats the problem local dealer says its sealed for life and doesn't need a oil and filter transmission change so if i change it and it goes wrong will the decline warranty

[Scott K]

The A1 must have a different service schedule for the gearbox. It's a hard call as you are caught between a rock and a hard place. I thought they changed the oil in that box to mineral which definitely isn't going to last.

[Redcar01]

Update,

Service , MOT , brake fluid , spark plugs, rear brake pads and gearbox dsg oil change done £580 dealer £850 ish 38k miles 14plate so hopefully ok for another 40k as wife loves the car.
As its now 3 years old, the cynic in me that says Audi say its sealed for life means nothing as wife says its now smoother to drive so transmission oil change has made a difference.