Transmission, Removing
Transmission, Removing
Special tools and equipment
- 3282 transmission support
- 3282/10 adjustment plate
- 3337 ring spanner 7-piece set
- VAG1383A engine/transmission hoist
Notes:
- Determine the correct coding for the antitheft radio (if equipped).
- Switch the ignition disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- Remove intake air duct -A- (arrows).
- Unbolt coolant expansion tank -B- (arrows) and lay to one side.
- Remove Heated Oxygen Sensors (H02S) on left and right exhaust pipes using 3337 ring spanner 7-piece set and move clear to side.
- Remove engine/transmission mounting bolts accessible from above.
- Remove noise insulation panel (arrows).
- Remove bracket for noise insulation panel (arrow).
- Remove heat shields above left and right drive axles.
- Unbolt front exhaust pipes together with Three Way Catalytic Converters (TWCs) from left and right exhaust manifolds (3 nuts on each side) (arrows).
- Remove engine speed (RPM) sensor -G28- on left of transmission (arrow) and move clear to side.
- Disconnect drive axles from flange shafts and rest them on suspension links.
Note:
- Take care not to damage protective coating on drive axles.
- Disconnect harness connector from Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) (arrow -A-).
- Disconnect back-up light harness connector (multi-function switch) (arrow -B-).
- Disconnect all other electrical connections and Ground (GND) wires from transmission and from engine/transmission mounting bolts.
- Remove starter from engine/transmission and secure if necessary.
Note:
- Starter cables do not have to be disconnected.
- Disconnect shift rod (arrow-A-).
- Remove socket-head bolt from pivot rod (arrow -B-).
- Remove bottom engine/transmission mounting bolts, except for bolts indicated by arrows -A- and -B-.
A - Attachments
- Set up 3282 transmission support for removing manual transmission 01A (all wheel drive) using 3282/10 adjustment plate and place on VAG1383A transmission jack.
Notes:
- Attachments -A- are shown in schematic form.
- Arrow -B- points in the direction of travel.
- 3282/10 adjustment plate only fits in one position.
- Roll VAG1383A transmission jack with 3282 transmission support under transmission and support transmission.
Note:
- If 3282 transmission support is not available, the transmission can be removed and installed using the VAG1383A transmission jack and the VAG1359/2 universal mount.
- Support transmission using VAG1383A transmission jack.
- Align adjustment plate parallel to transmission and lock safety support (arrow) on transmission.
- Remove left and right transmission supports complete with bonded rubber mounts from transmission and subframe -1- and -2-.
- Remove remaining engine/transmission mounting bolts (arrows -A- and -B-).
- Press transmission off dowel sleeves and lower carefully using VAG1 383A transmission jack just far enough for access to slave cylinder.
Note:
- When lowering the transmission, make sure the hydraulic line/hose to clutch slave cylinder is not damaged.
- Remove clutch slave cylinder (arrow) and secure using wire; do not disconnect line.
Note:
- After removing the clutch slave cylinder, do not operate the clutch pedal.
- Lower transmission completely.
Note:
- Make sure drive axles have sufficient clearance when lowering transmission.