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Engine And Automatic Transmission, Separating
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Bracket - Multiple Use 30-211A
- Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14
- Crankshaft Socket T40058
- Scissor Lift Table VAS6131A
Prepare the Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14:
-- Shape the foam inserts to the dimension specifications.
- Dimension -a- = 20 mm.
- Dimension -b- = 55 mm
- Dimension -c- = 55 mm.
Order two support pads VAS 6131/14-1 for the Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14.
Procedure
- Engine/transmission assembly removed and placed on Scissor Lift Table VAS6131A.
-- Rotate the left and right mounting element spindles on the subframe all the way down.
-- Remove the mounting pins from the spindles.
A second technician is required to remove subframe.
-- Remove the subframe to the side.
-- Remove both base plates of the subframe support elements from the Scissor Lift Table VAS6131A.
Support points for front of engine, transmission and tunnel cross member remain unchanged.
-- Equip the Scissor Lift Table VAS6131A with the Scissor Lift Table - Audi Set VAS6131/10 and the Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14 as follows:
| Platform Coordinates | Parts from Scissor Lift Table - Audi SetVAS6131/10 and Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox SupportVAS6131/14 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B4 1) | /10-1 | /10-4 | /10-5 | /10-13 |
| F4 1) | /10-1 | /10-4 | /10-5 | /10-12 |
| B8 | /10-1 | /10-4 | /10-5 | /10-11 |
| G8 | /10-1 | /10-4 | /10-5 | /10-10 |
| A10 | /10-1 | /10-2 | /10-5 | /14 |
| H10 | /10-1 | /10-2 | /10-5 | |
| C15 1) | /10-1 | /10-3 | /10-5 | /11-2 |
| F15 1) | /10-1 | /10-3 | /10-5 | /11-2 |
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-- Attach mounting elements from the Scissor Lift Table - Audi Set VAS6131/10 on the left side of the engine as illustrated.
-- Attach mounting elements from the Scissor Lift Table - Audi Set VAS6131/10 on the right side of the engine as illustrated.
-- Rotate mounting element spindles upward until all mounting pins come in contact with the mounting points.
-- Attach the mounting elements from the Scissor Lift Table - Audi Set VAS6131/10 and Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14 at the front of the transmission as shown in the illustration.
-- Rotate the left and right spindles up until the Scissor Lift Table - Gearbox Support VAS6131/14 rests firmly against the transmission.
-- Attach mounting element base plates to the Scissor Lift Table VAS6131A and tighten to 20 Nm.
-- Disconnect the electrical connector -2- for the Oxygen Sensor 2 after Catalytic Converter -G131- and free up the electrical wire.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.