Transmission, Removing: Notes
Short Description
The transmission is remove downward by itself.
From above:
The battery, air filter housing and starter are removed. The coolant hoses are clamped off. Before removing the subframe, the engine and transmission must be supported.
From underneath:
The subframe, with the pendulum support, steering gear and both control arms are removed together.
To remove the subframe. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . If done correctly, the subframe can be removed and installed without the customer experiencing increased tire wear later. It is recommended to read this information prior to removing the transmission. This way, the subframe can be secured and removed correctly.
The Locating Pins T10096 will be needed for this.
If the subframe is not secured using the locating pins, then later a axle alignment will be necessary.
In this case, an axle alignment is unnecessary. It would be a lot of work and an unnecessary charge!
Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required:
- Engine Support Bridge 10-222 A
- Transmission Support - Mounting Plate 42A3282/42A
- Engine Support Bridge - Engine Support Feet 10-222 A/8
- Engine Support Bridge - Engine Support 310-222 A/3
- Transmission Support 3282
- Insert Tool - 18 mm T10179
- Engine Support Bridge - Gearbox Bracket T10346
- Hose Clamps - Up to 40 mm 3093, if not available, use Hose Clamps - Up to 25 mm 3094
- Engine/Gearbox Jack VAG 1383 A
- Tensioning Strap T10038
- Engine Support Bridge - Spindle Spacer 10-222 A/17