2025 Audi S3 Premium PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine And Transmission, Separating: Procedure

  • Engine/transmission assembly removed and mounted on Engine/Gearbox Jack - Engine Support :T10359A  .

-- Remove the starter. Refer to STARTER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left air duct pipe. Refer to LEFT AIR DUCT PIPE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the nut -arrows- and remove the front bracket from the transmission fluid pan.

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AWD Vehicle:

Fig 1: Bevel Box Bracket
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-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and remove the bevel box bracket.

Continuation for All Vehicles:

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-- Place a cloth underneath to catch leaking coolant.

-- Loosen the hose clamps -arrows-, remove the coolant hoses -1 and 2- from the transmission fluid cooler (example illustration above).

-- Seal the open lines and connections with clean plugs from the Engine Bung Set :VAS 6122  .

-- Remove the bolt -1- as well as the nut -2- and press the coolant pipe to the side.

Fig 2: Coolant Pipe On Transmission - Tightening Specification
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-- Remove the eye from the Lifting Device :T40123B  -1- and insert it into the lower threaded hole for the starter bolt all the way.

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-- Secure the Lifting Eyebolt :3368  -6- with two lock nuts -7- on the transmission housing hole.

-- Engage the Engine Sling :2024A  -3- as shown on the both eyes and on the Workshop Crane :VAS 6100  -4-.

  • To be aligned to the center of gravity of the transmission, the mounting hook rail with holes must be inserted as shown.
CAUTION:

There is a risk of injury from the lifted motor falling.

The possibility for parts of the body to be pinched or crushed increases.

- Secure the mounting hooks and pins on the lifting tackle with a securing pin.

-- Insert the securing pins -arrows- to secure the mounting hooks and alignment pins.

-- Remove the bolts -1 to 8- for the transmission/engine connection.

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-- Remove the transmission from the engine.

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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.