Automatic Transmission/Transaxle: Labor Times

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Diagnose/Test
4 Speed
Stall, Test0.70.4A
Pressure, Test0.90.7A
Transaxle, Test1.51.1A
Oil Leak, Diagnosis0.50.0BIncludes: Clean And Dry Outside Of Case And Operate Unit To Determine Point Of Leakage.
Replace
4 Speed
Complete Assembly Without Transfer Of Parts4.63.3B
NOTE
To R&R Driveplate, Add0.20.0B
To R&R Front Oil Seal, Add0.10.1B
To R&R Torque Converter, Add0.20.1B
To R&R Torque Converter Bushing, Add0.20.1B
Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts5.20.0B
NOTE
To R&R Driveplate, Add0.20.0B
To R&R Torque Converter, Add0.20.0B
To Flush Cooler Lines, Add0.60.0B
Overhaul/Rebuild
4 Speed15.410.7ADoes Not Include: TRANSAXLE, R&I.
NOTE
To Overhaul Valve Body, Add1.50.0A
To Overhaul Differential, Add1.50.0A
To Flush Cooler Lines, Add0.60.0A
RENDER: 1.0x

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