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Automatic gearbox fluid change in Luxembourg
Located in Windhof Koerich, 15 minutes from Luxembourg City and at the junction of the Belgian, French and German borders, Shiftech Luxembourg is equipped with the MotulEvo machine, the leading solution for complete automatic gearbox fluid changes. Over 18 years’ expertise in vehicle preparation and maintenance. Service carried out in 1½ to 2 hours, by appointment.
Why should you change the fluid in your automatic gearbox?
Contrary to a belief that is still very widespread, an automatic gearbox is not ‘lubricated for life’. This is one of the most costly myths for motorists in Luxembourg. Manufacturers themselves now recommend an oil change every 60,000 km on average, and as early as 40,000 km for the hardest-working gearboxes, which are particularly common on the roads of the Grand Duchy: DSG in the Golf R and Audi RS, ZF 8HP in BMWs and Range Rovers, PDK in Porsches, DKG in BMW M models.
A poorly maintained automatic gearbox first manifests itself through unpleasant symptoms: jerks when pulling away, abrupt gear changes, hesitation when downshifting, vibrations, or even slippage of the torque converter. Between the daily journeys from Belgium, France or Germany that so many cross-border commuters make to Kirchberg, the Plateau or Esch-sur-Alzette, the long stretches on the A6 or A4, and trips to Brussels, Trier, Metz or the Moselle wine region, automatic gearboxes are put to the test by the hectic pace of life in Luxembourg.
In the long run, the cost can be very high. Replacing an automatic gearbox costs between €2,000 and €5,000 on standard vehicles, and €6,000 to €12,000 on the premium automatic gearboxes that are so widespread on the Luxembourg market (PDK, DKG, ZF 8HP, 9G-Tronic). A simple preventative oil change costs a fraction of this amount and significantly extends the life of your gearbox.
Automatic gearboxes supported in central Luxembourg
Our team in Windhof works on all automatic transmissions compatible with the MotulEvo station, which covers over 80 per cent of the European vehicle fleet. As the Luxembourg market is particularly high-end and focused on German and Italian brands, our expertise in these transmissions is at the heart of our business.
Dual-clutch gearboxes
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DSG — Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra (DQ200, DQ250, DQ381, DQ500)
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S tronic — Audi (DL382, DL501, DL382 quattro)
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PDK — Porsche 911, Cayman, Boxster, Cayenne, Panamera, Macan
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DKG — BMW M, M2, M3, M4, M5 (Getrag M DKG gearbox)
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EDC — Renault, Dacia, Alpine A110
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7G-DCT — Mercedes-Benz (A-Class, B-Class, CLA, GLA AMG)
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PowerShift — Ford Focus, Fiesta, Mondeo, Kuga, Galaxy
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TCT — Alfa Romeo Giulietta, Giulia, Stelvio, MiTo
Torque converter gearboxes
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Tiptronic — Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen Touareg
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EAT (EAT6, EAT8) — Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel (Stellantis Group)
Continuously variable transmissions
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Xtronic — Nissan Qashqai, X-Trail, Juke, Micra, Note
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e-CVT — Toyota and Lexus hybrids (Yaris, Corolla, RAV4, Prius, CH-R, UX, NX)
The MotulEvo solution at Shiftech Luxembourg
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Most manufacturers recommend an oil change every 60,000 km. For gearboxes under heavy use (dry 7-speed DSG, ZF 8HP on vehicles with over 250 ch, CVT), we recommend a shorter interval, around 40,000 to 50,000 km.
Yes, the MotulEvo machine is suitable for all transmission types: torque converter, dual-clutch (DSG, DCT, EDC, PDK) and continuously variable (CVT) gearboxes. The fluid used is selected in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Prices start from €499 at Shiftech Luxembourg, including oil, all filters and the various new parts. The final price depends on your vehicle’s model, the type of gearbox (DSG, S tronic, PDK, ZF, EAT, CVT, etc.) and the amount of oil required. A personalised quote is provided free of charge before any work is carried out.
The entire procedure takes between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours. You can wait in our reception area (coffee, television, Wi-Fi), work on site using your laptop, or drop off your vehicle in the morning and collect it at the end of the day.
Your Shiftech centre in Luxembourg (Windhof, Koerich)
- Address: 10 Lotissement Vulcalux, 8399 Windhof Koerich
- Telephone: +352 20 33 32 70
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday · 9.00 am–12.30 pm and 2.00 pm–6.00 pm · Closed on Sundays and Mondays
We welcome motorists from Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, Differdange, Dudelange, Pétange, Bettembourg, Mersch, Diekirch, Ettelbrück, Wiltz, Echternach, Junglinster, Mamer, Bertrange, Strassen, Capellen, as well as a large number of customers from across the border in Belgium (Arlon, Bastogne, Virton, Liège), France (Thionville, Metz, Longwy, Audun-le-Roman) and Germany (Trier, Saarbrücken, Saarlouis).
Our additional services in Luxembourg
Servicing your automatic gearbox often presents an opportunity to optimise your vehicle more broadly. Discover our other services at the Windhof centre:
→ Increase your gearbox’s torque capacity: Beyond routine maintenance, we remap your automatic gearbox for faster gear changes, a higher torque capacity and bespoke mapping. Specially adapted for DSG, S tronic, PDK and DKG systems, which are very common in the Grand Duchy. → Increase your gearbox’s torque capacity
→ Stage 1, 2 and 3 engine remapping : Increased power and torque, optimised fuel economy, programmes developed in-house for over 15 years, 5-year software warranty. Akrapovic, Milltek and IPE installations available as add-ons. → Shiftech Luxembourg – our services
→ Car diagnostics and servicing: Multi-make electronic diagnostics, pre-service checks, reading of automatic gearbox and engine fault codes. Compatible with vehicles registered in L, B, F and D. → Engine fault code reading
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