Special Tools

2008 Volkswagen Eos Turbo, StandardSECTION Special Tools
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Special tools and workshop equipment required 

  • Engine Support Bridge - Engine Support 28-210-222A/28-2
  • Engine Support - Automatic Transmission Hook 10-222A/7
  • Engine And Transmission Holder VAS6095
  • Lifting Tackle 3033
  • Engine Support Bridge - Engine Support 31A10-222A/31A
  • Transportation Lock T10404
  • Hose Clip Pliers VAS6340
    Fig 1: Hose Clamp Pliers VAS 6340
    GWWW00-10380Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Shop Crane - Drip Tray VAS6208
    Fig 2: Drip Tray For Shop Crane VAS 6208
    GWWW00-10228Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Engine Support Bridge - Additional Hooks (2 pc.) 10-222A/2 (for the 02Q manual transmission)
    Fig 3: Additional Hooks 10-222 A/2
    GWWW00-0472Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Engine Support Bridge - Special Hook (2 pc.) 10-222A/20 (For the Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG®))
    Fig 4: Identifying Adapter 10-222 A/820
    GWWW00-1289Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Shop Crane VAS6100
    Fig 5: Identifying Shop Crane VAS 6100
    GWWW00-1214Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Engine Sling - Engine Bracket 2024A/1 (update to Engine Sling 2024A)
    Fig 6: Bracket 2024 A /1
    GWWW00-0568Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
Fig 7: Identifying Engine Support Bridge Components
GWWW10-10080Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

  • Engine Support - Supplement Kit T40093A
  • Engine Support - Basic Set T40091
  • Engine Support Bridge 10-222A
  • Engine Support Bridge - Engine Support 2810-222A/28
  • Engine/Gearbox Support Shackle (2 pc.) 10-222A/12
  • Engine Support - Bracket w/ Spindle and hook 10-222A/10
Fig 8: Identifying Special Tools And Workshop Equipment
GWWW10-10042Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

  • Hose Clamps - Up To 25 mm 3094
  • Engine/Trans. Support T10012
  • Torque Wrench 1331 5-50 Nm VAG1331
  • Torque Wrench 1332 40-200 Nm VAG1332
  • Engine/Gearbox Jack VAG1383A
  • Step Ladder VAS 5085
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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.