Audi 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 bridge -T10323-

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

t	Puller -T10373-

t	Thrust piece -T10376-

Procedure l  Gearbox must be removed and secured to engine/gearbox support → Chapter. l  Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743- fitted onto gearbox –  Remove both breather caps -arrows- and seal with clean plugs from engine bung set -VAS 6122-.

–  Turn gearbox in engine and gearbox support so that clutch faces upwards.   Note The clutch must be lifted off; the mechatronic unit remains fitted on the gearbox.

–  Remove circlip -arrow- for hub.

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

–  Remove circlip -arrow- for clutch. If circlip cannot be removed:   Note t  If the circlip cannot be removed, it is likely that the clutch is jamming the circlip from below. t  In this case, press the clutch slightly down as described in the following until the circlip is released. Do NOT knock on the clutch or shaft with a hammer. t  Always renew circlip.

–  Set up support bridge -T10323- so it is parallel to gearbox flange, as shown in illustration. –  If necessary, use e.g. -T10356/5- as a spacer. –  Fit bolts -A- hand-tight.   Note Secure bolts -A- with nuts as required.   Caution Risk of damage to the clutch and other components! Only press the clutch down lightly - do not exert too much pressure. –  Turn spindle against thrust piece -T10376- when pressing clutch down.

–  Remove circlip -arrow- for clutch.

After removal of circlip (continued): –  Insert puller -T10373- in clutch and take up clutch with spindle.

–  Take out clutch together with puller -T10373-.

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

–  Remove bolts and detach small engaging lever.

–  Remove retainer for engaging levers.