Clutch "“B”" — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat B5 (3B), VW Phaeton (3D)

Don't miss

• A leaking or sticking valve ball will impair power transfer in reverse gear.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ The figure shows the currently installed version of clutch "“B”", with corrugated spring , 2 outer plates and 2 friction plates . If an older version is installed (with no corrugated spring but 3 friction plates and 3 outer plates), always renew clutch "“B”". — Check running surface (arrow) in cylinder "“B”" for wear.
2. Renew cylinder "“B”".
3. Check rectangular section seals .
4. Rub down sliding surface one or two times with oiled abrasive paper (grain size 600).
5. Clean running surface thoroughly with clean cloth and check running surface.

6. Renew cylinder "“B”".
7. Lightly lubricate drilling for valve ball (arrow) from the front with ATF.
8. ⚠ Wear eye protection. — Apply compressed air to valve ball from the rear.
9. Loosen ball with a nail or the tip of a ballpoint pen.
10. Renew piston "“B”". [Note: A leaking or sticking valve ball will impair power transfer in reverse gear.]

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