Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing dual clutch

Special tools and workshop equipment required

t	Hook -3438-

t	Engine bung set -VAS 6122-

t	Support device -T10323-

t	-T10356/5- from assembly tool -T10356-

t	Puller -T10373-

t	Thrust piece -T10376-

Requirement: l  Gearbox removed and secured to engine and gearbox jack → Chapter. l  Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743- built into gearbox.

–  Pull off both breather caps -arrows- and close using clean plugs from engine bung set -VAS 6122- to achieve an oil-tight seal.

–  Turn gearbox on engine and gearbox jack upwards together with clutch..   Note The clutch is pulled off upwards. The mechatronic unit remains on the gearbox.

–  Remove retaining ring of hub -arrow-.

–  Remove hub with hook -3438- and a screwdriver.

–  Remove retaining ring -arrow- for clutch. If retaining ring cannot be removed:   Note t  If the retaining ring cannot be removed it is because the clutch has »clamped« the retaining ring at the bottom. t  In this case, push the clutch down slightly (see following description) and release the load on the retaining ring. Never strike the clutch or shaft with a hammer! t  Always renew retaining ring.

–  Position support bracket -T10323- parallel to gearbox flange as shown in illustration. –  If necessary, balance out gaps using -T10356/5-, for example. –  Screw in bolts -A- hand-tight.   Note Bolts -A-, secure with nut as required.   Caution Risk of damage to clutch and other components! Push down clutch using only very light force. –  To press down, turn spindle against thrust piece -T10376-.

–  Remove retaining ring -arrow- for clutch.

Continuation once retaining ring has been removed: –  Insert puller -T10373- into clutch and bore out clutch.

–  Remove clutch together with puller -T10373-.

–  Remove small engagement bearing. –  Remove large engaging lever.

–  Undo bolts and remove small engaging lever.

–  Remove retainer for engaging lever.