Attaching to Assembly Stand

Transmission, attaching to assembly stand





Special Tools and equipment
- 3457 attachment and holding rig
- VW540 holding fixture (only for transmission with FWD)
- VW3 13 holding fixture
- VW309 holding plate
- VAG1202A Engine Hoist





- Attach the 3457 attachment and holding rig at the transmission housing mounts and secure.
- Bolt the attachment and holding rig to the VW 309 holding plate and place this into the VW313 holding fixture using a workshop crane.
For transmissions with Front Wheel Drive (FWD), the VW540 holding fixture can also be used to secure the transmission to the VW313 holding fixture.





- Secure transmission to VW540 holding fixture (arrows) and insert in VW313 holding fixture.

WARNING: The center of gravity for the transmission is outside of rotational center on the assembly stand. A second mechanic is required for turning the transmission so that excess rotation can be avoided.

Note: Vents for the transmission housing and final drive must be closed before turning a filled transmission on the assembly stand so that the oil pan faces upward.