Transmission, securing to assembly stand

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Transmission, Securing To Assembly Stand

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Attachment and holding rig. 3457
Support clamp VW 313
Support plate VW 309
Workshop crane V.A.G 1202 A or workshop crane VAS 6100

Transmission is removed

Fig 2: Special Tool 3457 Attachment To Transmission Housing

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Install attachment and holding rig. 3457 to attachment points on transmission housing and secure in place.
Bolt transportation tool onto support plate VW 309 and install into support clamp VW 313 with the aid of workshop crane.

CAUTION: The center of gravity of the transmission is outside the pivot center of the support clamp. A second technician has to hold the transmission housing when it is being turned to prevent it from swinging round.

NOTE:

If the installed transmission with oil pan is to be turned upside down on assembly stand, seal the transmission housing and final drive breathers.