A3 Mk1
Removing and installing engine
Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Procedure
Installation is carried out in the reverse order to removal, noting the following: Notes:
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Vehicles with manual gearbox
Notes:
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→ Engine/gearbox mountings (manual gearbox)
1) Bolt with threaded pin M8 A: Centring sleeves |
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Vehicles with automatic gearbox:
=> Parts List → If the torque converter is correctly installed, the depth between the contact surfaces at the bottom of the studs on the torque converter and the contact surface of the torque converter bell housing is about 22 mm. If the torque converter has not been completely inserted, this distance will be approx. 10 mm. Important
If the torque converter is not installed correctly, the torque converter drive plate or the ATF pump will be seriously damaged when the gearbox is joined to the engine.
Important
On vehicles with automatic gearbox 01M, continually check that the torque converter behind the drive plate can be turned before and during tightening of bolts at engine/gearbox flange. If the converter cannot be turned, it must be assumed that it has not been installed correctly and the drive plate of the converter or the ATF pump will be damaged during final tightening of bolted connections.
Notes:
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→ Securing engine to gearbox in vehicles with automatic gearbox
1) Bolt with threaded pin M8 A: Centring sleeves |
All models:
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Note: The bolts are tightened to final torque only after adjusting the engine mountings .
=> Running Gear; Repair group 40; Removing and installing drive shaft Note: Before further assembly carry out the installation of the drive shafts.
=> Running Gear; Repair group 40; Removing and installing stabiliser bar |
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Vehicles with air conditioning:
Vehicles with manual gearbox
=> 5-speed Manual Gearbox 02J; Repair group 30; Servicing clutch release mechanism
The remaining installation steps are carried out in the reverse sequence.
=> Current Flow Diagrams, Electrical Fault-finding and Fitting Locations binder Important
Do not use charging unit for boost starting! There is danger of damaging the vehicle control units. Note: If the battery is reconnected, please ensure that the vehicle equipment (radio, radio/navigation system, clock, electric window lifters) is activated as described in the operating instructions.
Notes:
Tightening torques
1) Stretch bolts, replace 2) 90°corresponds to a quarter of a turn |