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Automatic gearbox fluid change in Paris
Two Shiftech centres covering the whole of the Île-de-France region: in Servon (77) in the south-east and in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78) in the north-west. Each workshop is equipped with the MotulEvo machine, the industry-standard solution for complete automatic gearbox fluid changes. Our team, which has been developing its own programmes on a dynamometer for over 18 years, can service your automatic gearbox in 1½ to 2 hours, by appointment. Wherever you live in the Île-de-France region, there is a Shiftech centre less than 45 minutes from your home.
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 the Île-de-France region. 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: the DSG 7 in the Golf GTI/R and Audi S/RS models, the ZF 8HP in BMW M and Range Rover models, the PDK in the Porsche 911 and Cayenne, or Japanese CVTs.
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. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, traffic conditions are among the most demanding in the country for an automatic gearbox: almost daily traffic jams on the ring road, repeated short journeys in dense urban areas and stop-and-go traffic covering hundreds of kilometres each month. These stresses cause the ATF fluid to heat up intensely and accelerate its ageing.
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 premium automatic gearboxes, which are very common in the Paris region (PDK, DKG, ZF 8HP, 9G-Tronic). A simple preventative fluid change costs a fraction of this amount and significantly extends the life of your transmission.
Automatic gearboxes accepted at our Paris centres
Our teams in Servon and Conflans-Sainte-Honorine service all automatic transmissions compatible with the MotulEvo station, which covers more than 80 per cent of the European vehicle fleet. As the Paris region is France’s leading premium market for German and Italian vehicles, our expertise in these transmissions is at the heart of our business.
Dual-clutch gearboxes
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DSG — Volkswagen, Skoda, 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 hybrid models (Yaris, Corolla, RAV4, Prius, CH-R, UX, NX)
The MotulEvo solution at Shiftech Paris
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.
Your two Shiftech centres in Paris
Shiftech Paris East — Servon (77)
- Address: 2 Rue du Noyer aux Perdrix, 77170 Servon
- Telephone: 01 84 80 82 24
- Opening hours: Monday to Saturday · 9.00 am–12.30 pm and 2.00 pm–6.00 pm · Closed on Sundays
Shiftech Paris West — Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78)
- Address: 5 Rue de l’Hautil, 78700 Conflans-Sainte-Honorine
- Telephone: 01 30 33 33 87
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday · 9.00 am–12.30 pm and 2.00 pm–6.00 pm · Closed on Sundays and Mondays
Our additional services in Paris
Servicing your automatic gearbox often presents an opportunity to optimise your vehicle more broadly. Discover our other services, available at our two Parisian centres (Servon and Conflans):
→ Automatic transmission performance : Going beyond routine servicing, we remap your automatic gearbox for faster gear changes, a higher torque rating and bespoke mapping. Particularly suited to DSG, S tronic, PDK and DKG systems, which are very common in the Paris region. → Automatic transmission performance
→ Stage 1, 2 and 3 engine remapping : Increased power and torque, optimised fuel consumption, and E85 Flex-Fuel conversion on a Rotronics dynamometer. Map settings developed in-house for over 10 years at our Paris centres. → Reprogramming specialist in Paris (including West Paris)
→ Car diagnostics and servicing: Multi-make electronic diagnostics, pre-service checks, reading of automatic gearbox and engine fault codes. Compatible with all European and Asian makes. → Electronic vehicle inspection
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