Gearbox - installation — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 6A1, 6A5

• Special tools named: 3282

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• The gearbox is installed with the Clutch actuatorVX64 removed.Always replace self-locking screws/nuts subject to angular torque. — Remove the Clutch actuatorVX64.
• All threaded holes must be carefully cleaned from locking paste residues with screw tap.
• Check all proper connections when installing the gearbox.Protect connectors and connector housings from damages .

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ The gearbox is installed with the Clutch actuatorVX64 removed.Always replace self-locking screws/nuts subject to angular torque. — Remove the Clutch actuatorVX64.
2. All threaded holes must be carefully cleaned from locking paste residues with screw tap.
3. Clean primary shaft splines and lubricate them lightly with Lubricating greaseG 000 100. See Chemical Manual.
4. Check that the adjustment pins are installed on the crankcase for aligning engine/gearbox, and install them, if required.
5. Complete the Gearbox or engine + gearbox set jack or EQ 7081VAG 1383A with the Support3282 and the Adjustment plate3282/63 for the "“0CF”" gearboxes and securing elements as follows.

6. Install the Adjustment plate3282/63 in the Support3282.
7. Align the gearbox support arms according to the Adjustment plate3282/63 orifices.
8. Align the Adjustment plate3282/63 in parallel to the gearbox.
9. Install the Pin3282/29 on the rear hole for the fastening bolt of the gearbox pendulum support (torque restrictor).
10. Install the Adapter 3282/64 .
11. Place the Gearbox or engine + gearbox set jack or EQ 7081VAG 1383A under the vehicle.
12. Next, carefully lift the gearbox and guide it through the auxiliary frame.
13. Observe surrounding components (arrow). [Note: Check all proper connections when installing the gearbox.Protect connectors and connector housings from damages .]
14. Align and install the gearbox in its proper assembly position on the cylinder block.
15. Install and tighten the engine/gearbox fastening bolt (arrow). Tightening torque, see .
16. Install and tighten all lower gearbox/engine fastening bolts. Tightening torques, refer to .
17. Remove the Gearbox or engine + gearbox set jack or EQ 7081VAG 1383A from the gearbox.
18. Install the gearbox console (A) and tighten the new fastening bolts. Tightening torque, see .
19. Align the engine/gearbox in assembly position.
20. Install a new fastening bolt (arrow)from the auxiliary frame on the left-hand side of the gearbox bracket .
21. ⚠ Do not remove the Supporting device10-222A until tightening the screws on the engine/gearbox support to the corresponding tightening torque (left side). — Install the gearbox/engine fastening bolts (arrows A) and (arrow B). Tightening torques, refer to .
22. Use the SW 18 special wrench T10509 to tighten the fastening bolts (arrows A).
23. Install the Starter motorBElectrical equipment27 Starter, alternator, battery.
24. Eventually install the earth wire.
25. Install the Clutch actuatorVX64.
26. Connect the connectors (arrows).
27. Install the electrical harness (A) into the bracket.
28. Install the pendulum support (torque restrictor) with new bolts (arrows). Tightening torques, refer to .
29. Install the exhaust system Engine26Exhaust system.
30. Install the drive shafts with constant-velocity joints Chassis, axles, steering40Front suspension.
31. Install the coupling rod (3) (both sides) to the anti-roll bar (2)Chassis, axles, steering40Front suspension.
32. Install the console for the BatteryAElectrical equipment27Starter motor, alternator, battery.
33. Install and connect the BatteryAElectrical equipment27Starter motor, alternator, battery.
34. Install the air filter on the engine 24Supply system - fuel injection.
35. Install the lower windscreen lining General body repairs, exterior66External equipment.
36. Install the windscreen wiper arm and blade set Electrical system92Windscreen wiper and washer, rear window and headlights.
37. Execute the Calibration.

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