Removal And Installation: Transmission: Notes
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Short description
The transmission is removed downward separately. The engine remains in the vehicle.
Remove the battery, the battery tray, the air filter and the engine cover from above. the engine/transmission assembly is supported so that the left assembly mounts can be removed.
Remove the noise insulation from underneath. Remove the drive axles from the transmission and then remove the left drive axle. Lower the transmission with the transmission jack.
NOTE:
The subframe is not removed.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Engine/Gearbox Jack VAG 1383A
- Socket SW 15V/175
- Transmission Support 3282
- Drive Axle Wedge Tool T10161
- Torque Wrench 40-200 Nm VAG 1332
- Transmission Support - Mounting Plate 363282/36
- Engine Support Bridge 10-222A
- Hose Clamps - Up To 25 mm 3094
- Hose Clamps - Up To 40 mm 3093
- Tensioning Strap T10038
- Engine Support Basic Set T40091
- Engine Support Supplement Set T40093
- Engine Bung Set VAS 6122
- Crankshaft Adapter T03003
- Hose Clip Pliers VAG 1275A