Transmission, disassembling and assembling, overview

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Transmission, disassembling and assembling, overview
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Transmission, disassembling, see TRANSMISSION, DISASSEMBLINGΒ 

Transmission, assembling, see TRANSMISSION, ASSEMBLINGΒ .

  1. Removing and installing: ATF pump to supporting tube, see I - ATF pump to support tube, removing and installingΒ 
  2. Removing and installing: Reverse gear clutch -K2- to large sun gear, see II - Reverse gear clutch -K2- to large sun gear, removing and installingΒ 
  3. Removing and installing: Free wheel and reverse gear brake -B1-, see III - Free wheel and reverse gear brake -B1-, removing and installingΒ 
  4. Planet carrier, removing and installing, see IV - Planet carrier and transmission housing with input gear and cover, assemblingΒ 
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  • It is not necessary to remove input gear -arrow-.
  • Input gear, removing and installing, see INPUT GEAR, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGΒ 
  • Fig 1: Exploded View Of Transmission Components
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.