I’m removing the engine/gearbox, will I need to drain the trans fluid?

[Danez 6 1 Cars]

Oreyt, long time no post,

 

Im currently removing the engine on my 1.9 gti so i can replace the inner wings but i’m wondering if i have to drain the transmission oil or not first? 

 

If so will the gearbox be ok without oil for a few months while it’s out the car or will it corrode over time? 

 

cheers 

[jackherer 543]

If you don't drain the oil first it will just come out when you remove the driveshafts.

 

It'll be fine without oil as long as it doesn't get wet.

[Danez 6 1 Cars]

ah reyt did think that’d happen 

 

I’ll be sure to put the plugs back in and wrap it up when it’s out

 

cheers

[jackherer 543]

You need to consider where you store it as well as sealing the holes up. Even if it's sealed if it gets cold enough condensation can form on internal surfaces just from the atmosphere.