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Securing engine to assembly stand > < Removing and installing engine

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Notes on removing
Notes on removing
The engine is removed from below with the gearbox
–  Read fault memories of all control units before removing engine → Chapter.
  Note
t  Before carrying out further work, disconnect battery earth strap. Check whether a coded radio is fitted. Obtain anti-theft coding first if necessary.
t  Leave ignition key in ignition lock to prevent steering lock from engaging.
t  It is advisable to remove the front wheels before beginning engine removal. The vehicle can then be lowered on hoist until the brake disc splash plates are just above the floor. This provides the most ergonomic working position regarding accessibility of engine compartment components.
t  All cable ties which are opened or cut through when engine is removed must be replaced in the same position when engine is installed.
t  Some components cannot be removed, or removed only with difficulty, with the engine installed. Therefore, you should determine all defective components before removing engine and renew them while engine is removed.
t  To prevent damage to removed components, place them in the container for removed parts -V.A.G 1698-.
–  Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  All cable ties which are opened or cut through when engine is removed must be replaced in the same position when engine is installed.
–  First check whether a coded radio is fitted. If so, obtain anti-theft coding.
–  With ignition switched off, disconnect earth strap from battery.
–  Remove engine cover.
–  Remove battery and battery retainer.
–  Remove noise insulation tray: → Rep. Gr.50
–  Remove air filter housing together with intake manifold.
–  Disconnect fuel supply and return lines at diesel fuel filter.
  WARNING
t  The fuel and the fuel lines in the fuel system can become very hot (danger of scalding)!
t  The fuel system is also under pressure! Before opening the system, place cloths around the connections. Then carefully loosen connection to release the pressure!
t  Wear eye and hand protection when performing any type of repair work on the fuel system!
–  Seal lines so that fuel system is not contaminated by dirt.
Vehicles with 5-speed manual gearbox 006
–  Pull pipe/hose off slave cylinder on gearbox: → 5-speed manual gearbox 006; Rep. Gr.30
–  Remove selector cables from gearbox: → 5-speed manual gearbox 006; Rep. Gr.34
Vehicles with 6-speed manual gearbox 02N
–  Pull pipe/hose off slave cylinder on gearbox: → 6-speed manual gearbox 02N; Rep. Gr.30
–  Remove selector cables from gearbox: → 6-speed manual gearbox 02N; Rep. Gr.34
Vehicles with four-wheel drive
–  Remove front propshaft tube from gearbox: → 6-speed gearbox 02N four-wheel drive; Rep. Gr.39
Vehicles with automatic gearbox
–  Remove selector lever cable from gearbox: → 5-speed automatic gearbox 09B; Rep. Gr.37
Vehicles 06.2000 ►
–  Bring lock carrier into service position → Rep. Gr.50.
Continuation for all vehicles
–  Removing radiator → Chapter.
–  Remove air pipes between turbocharger/charge air cooler, charge air cooler/inlet connection.
–  Pull vacuum and breather hoses off engine.
–  Pull off or disconnect all other electrical connections as necessary from engine and lay to side.
–  Remove drive shafts: → Running gear, axles, steering, front and four-wheel drive; Rep. Gr.40.
Vehicles with air conditioner
–  Observe additional information and installation work → Chapter.
Continuation for all vehicles
–  Remove poly V-belt → Chapter.
–  Unbolt power assisted steering vane pump and secure to body with wire; hoses remain connected: → Running gear, axles, steering, front and four-wheel drive; Rep. Gr.48.
–  Remove front exhaust pipe → Chapter.
–  Insert engine bracket -T10012- in engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.
   
–  Fit engine bracket -T10012- onto cylinder block with securing nut M10. Specified torque: 40 Nm.
–  Lift engine and gearbox lightly using engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.
–  Remove pendulum support → Running gear, axles, steering, front and four-wheel drive; Rep. Gr.40.
  N10-0202
–  Unscrew right assembly mounting securing bolts -1-.
  Note
To remove securing bolts, use stepladder -VAS 5085-.
Vehicles ► 05.2000
  N10-0204
–  Unscrew left assembly mounting securing bolts -A-.
  Note
To remove securing bolts, use stepladder -VAS 5085-.
Vehicles 06.2000 ►
  N10-0045
–  Unscrew left assembly mounting securing bolts -A-.
  Note
To remove securing bolts, use stepladder -VAS 5085-.
Continuation for all vehicles
–  Carefully lower engine with gearbox.
  Note
Engine with gearbox must be guided carefully when lowered to prevent damage to bodywork.
  N10-0257

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