Transmission, Removing

Transmission, Removing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Engine support bridge (10-222A)

• Bracket with spindle and hook (10-222A/10)

• Hose clamps up to 25 mm dia. (3094) or Hose clamps up to 40 mm (3093)

• Ball joint puller (3287A)

• Insert tool 18 mm (T10179)

• Locating pins (T10096)

• Adapter (10-222A/18)

• Tensioning strap (T10038)

• Socket and key (T10061)

• Assembly tool (T10071)

• Bracket (T10338)

• Transmission support (3282)

• Adjustment plate (3282/42A)

• Engine and transmission jack (VAG 1383A)

- Before removing, print out a diagnostic protocol for this vehicle. Before sending the transmission back in the usual manner, secure this protocol to the transmission so that it is not lost during transportation.

Short Description

The transmission is removed downward as a unit.

From above:

The air filter and starter are removed. also the wiring harness, which comes from the bottom of the subframe, is disconnected so that subframe can be removed later. Coolant hoses are clamped off and the engine/transmission is supported before the left transmission mount bracket is removed.

From below:

the subframe is removed together with the pendulum support, both control arms and steering gear.

There is much useful information there. 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 before removing the transmission. In this way, the subframe can be secured and removed correctly.

If the subframe is not secured, you must perform a vehicle alignment later.

After the subframe is removed, the engine/transmission are supported and the left transmission bracket is disconnected. The last bolt between the engine and transmission is removed and transmission is lowered.

Removing

- Lift the vehicle, all 4 lift points of the hoist at the same height.

- Place selector lever in the P position.

• Do not place the vehicle on the floor after loosening the drive axle bolt.

- Press the brake in order to remove the left drive axle bolt - arrow - (second mechanic required).

- Disconnect the battery.

- Remove the entire air filter housing.

• Later, when installing the transmission, it is possible to make sure the transmission ventilation cap fits properly.

- Disconnect the ground cable from the air filter housing bracket and remove the bracket bolts and bracket.

- Remove the starter.

It is advisable to remove the lower starter bolt first.

CAUTION!
Do not use any tools with points or sharp edges to remove the retaining washers.

The boot could get damaged.

- Remove the selector lever cable from the transmission.

Both lock washers must later be replaced when the adjusting cable.

Remove the cable from the transmission mount bracket with great care. Do not bend.

You can also slide the cable back slightly from the bracket and later remove when the lowering transmission. But then observe the cable when lowering the transmission.

During later installation, only engage new lock washers after you have checked and adjusted the cable. Refer to => [ Selector Lever Cable, Checking ] Testing and Inspection.

- Clamp off the coolant hoses using the (3093/3094) and remove disconnect them.

- Disconnect the mechatronic connector retainer by rotating and remove the connector.

- Remove the cable bracket from the black front transmission cover (2 M6 nuts).

- Disconnect the wiring harness that comes from the bottom of the subframe.

- Remove the nut - 1 - and remove the cable from the E-box.

- Remove the nut and remove the ground cable - 2 - from the stud - arrow -.

- Disconnect the electrical connector - 3 -.

This wiring harness is removed later with the subframe. In this way, you avoid time consuming work on the steering and heat shield.

- Disconnect the steering column from the steering gear.

Check once in the steering gear removal procedure.

Always move the steering wheel into the center position beforehand. Engage the steering wheel lock. Information regarding tightening the bolts is also contained there.

- Then remove all upper engine/transmission bolts.

Use the following tools:

• (T10061)

• (T10035)

• (T10179)

It is advisable to complete the work under the vehicle now. This prevents the weight of the engine from weighing on the engine support bridge for a long period of time.

- Remove the noise insulation.

- Remove the lower part of the front left wheel housing liner..

Remove the subframe together with the pendulum support, both control arms and steering gear.

- Disconnect the electrical connector for the left front level control system sensor.

- Remove both coupling rods from the stabilizer bar.

- Press out both tie rod ends.

- Remove the pendulum support.

- Remove the exhaust system suspended mount bolts - 1 -.

- Remove the pendulum support bolts - 4 -.

Before removing the bolts - 2 through 5 - on both sides, remove the (T10096) by hand.

Support the subframe using the (VAG 1383A).

- Remove the bolt - 2 - on both sides only after you have supported the subframe.

As soon as you have removed the bolt - 2 -, immediately install a (T10096) on both sides.

Do this with bolt - 5 - also.

If the subframe is not secured, you must perform a vehicle alignment later.

It is important: Remove the bolt - 1 -, install locating pin - 2 - immediately.

- Carefully lower the subframe, be careful of the wiring harness to the engine compartment.

Set the subframe aside.

- Remove the heat shield bolts - 1 - and shield above the right drive axle.

- Remove both drive axles from the transmission and carefully lay aside.

- Remove the left drive axle.

The axle shaft surface protection must not be damaged. For this reason, plastic cable ties are good for securing the right drive axle to the vehicle.

The right drive axle can also be secured to the strut with the (T10038).

- Remove the driveshaft flexible disc bolts - arrows - from the transmission.

The seal in the driveshaft must not be damaged.

- Clamp the (T10071) with a cloth. This protects the seal.

- Remove the retaining plate - A - between the engine block and bevel box.

Remove the nuts - 1 - first.

When installing, first hand tighten all the bolts. Then tighten the bolts - 2 -.

Tightening specification: 40 Nm

- Remove the countersunk bolt using (T10107A).

The flange shaft remains in the transmission.

- Disconnect the bevel box from the transmission and remove it.

While removing the bevel box, a second technician must be pushing the engine forward.

- If necessary, remove the bracket with secondary pump and lay the pump aside.

- Now remove all bolts except one between the engine and transmission.

It is advisable to leave a bolt that is easily accessible.

- Remove the filler pieces from both fender upper edges.

- Disconnect any hoses and cables in the area of the (10-222A ) lifting eye on the engine.

- Support the engine and transmission using the (10-222A) and the (10-222A/10). Do not lift up.

- Remove the long spindle on the (10-222A /18) forward.

- Remove the bolts - 1 and 2 - to the transmission mount bracket - A -.

- Then lower the engine/transmission slightly using the ( 10-222A) until the bracket - A - can be removed.

Remove the transmission mount bracket in the - direction of the arrow -.

It really only needs to be lowered a little. As soon as the bracket can be removed, this is enough to guide the transmission onto the longitudinal member later. Add a maximum of 4 turns to each spindle.

- Align the (3282) with the (3282/42 A).

- Guide the (VAG 1383A) under the transmission and support the transmission. Do not lift up.

The transmission is disconnected from the engine in this position.

- Remove all remaining engine/transmission bolts.

- Remove the transmission from the engine while being careful of the selector lever cable and lower the transmission.

- You should have permanently attached the transmission's diagnostic protocol for analysis to the transmission ready for shipment.

Transport the transmission and secure it to the assembly stand. Refer to => [ Transmission, Transporting and Securing on Assembly Stand ] Transmission, Transporting and Securing on Assembly Stand.

Installing the transmission. Refer to => [ Transmission, Installing ] Transmission, Installing.