Removing Haldex coupling — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Tiguan I (5N, 2007–2016), VW Passat CC (357, 2008–2012), VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013)

Don't miss

• If there are no markings (arrows), mark position of propshaft relative to final drive flange.
• Sufficient clearance past the flexible joint is required to remove the Haldex coupling.
• Therefore, loosen but do not unbolt tunnel cross piece.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📐 5 workshop diagrams for BWS

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Support front exhaust pipe (A) with tensioning strap T10038 from centre bearing of propshaft.
2. Separate exhaust system at clamping sleeve (arrows) and remove rear part of exhaust system 26Exhaust system; Removing and installing parts of exhaust system.
3. Remove noise insulation below engine and gearbox. General body repairs, exterior50Noise insulation.
4. Unscrew bolts (1) and (2) of pendulum support.
5. Loosen bolts (arrows) of propshaft intermediate bearing about 2 turns.

6. Press engine and gearbox forwards and secure in this position with an appropriate piece of wood (A).
7. If there are no markings (arrows), mark position of propshaft relative to final drive flange.
8. Unbolt propshaft with flexible coupling from final drive.
9. Lay a cloth on the tunnel cross piece.
10. Pull propshaft with flexible joint off final drive and set on tunnel cross piece. [Note: Sufficient clearance past the flexible joint is required to remove the Haldex coupling.]
11. Therefore, loosen but do not unbolt tunnel cross piece.
12. Place drip tray for workshop hoistVAS 6208 under rear final drive.
13. Remove drain plug (A) and drain high-performance oil for Haldex coupling completely.
14. Separate connector (2) on all-wheel drive control unit J492.
15. Place drip tray for workshop hoistVAS 6208 under rear final drive.
16. Install drain plug (A) with new seal and tighten to 30 Nm. — 30 Nm (22 lb-ft)
17. Remove securing bolts (arrows) and pull Haldex coupling out of rear final drive.

Other VW procedures

• Removing and installing catalytic converter – VW Polo 6C
• Removing gearbox, Passat 2011 ► with 3.6 l V6 engine (all-wheel drive)
• Removing and installing anti-theft engine control unit – VW · 1 torque figures
• Removing oil pump · 2 torque figures
• Removing gearbox, Scirocco 2009 ►, with 2.0 l engine (front-wheel drive)
• Removing engine · 41 torque figures
• Removing and installing camshaft – VW Golf Cabriolet · 47 torque figures
• Adjusting valve timing – VW Passat B5 · 83 torque figures
• Removing and installing camshafts – VW Passat B6 · 39 torque figures
• Removing and installing coolant pump · 53 torque figures