Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing gearbox support with gearbox mounting Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- t  Block of wood Removing   WARNING t  The lock carrier must remain installed throughout the procedure, and must not be moved to the service position. t  This is the only way to ensure that the engine/gearbox assembly does not drop out towards the rear when the tunnel cross member is released. t  The torque reaction support on the lock carrier takes up the weight of the assembly.

–  Remove rear noise insulation (loosen fasteners -2- and -3-). –  Remove front exhaust pipe → Rep. Gr.26.

–  Apply lifting column of engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- to gearbox from below (place a block of wood -1- between lifting column and gearbox). –  Use engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- to lift gearbox up slightly.   WARNING Risk of injury The lock carrier must remain installed, and must not be moved to the service position.

–  First unscrew bolts -1- and -2-, then bolts -3- and -4-. –  Slowly lower tunnel cross member with engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.

–  Unscrew nuts -arrows- and detach tunnel cross member.

–  Remove bolts -2- and take off gearbox support -1- together with gearbox mounting. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse sequence; note the following: l  Tightening torques → Chapter –  Install front exhaust pipe → Rep. Gr.26.