Engine, Securing On Engine And Transmission Holder

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Counterhold - Flywheel 10-201
Engine Sling 2024A
Holding Fixture VW540
Shop Crane VAS6100
Engine And Transmission Holder VAS6095

Procedure

Fig 1: DRIVE PLATE OVERVIEW

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-- Insert the Counterhold - Flywheel 10-201 to loosen the bolts.

CAUTION:

The outer surface of the bearing flange at the drive plate could be damaged.

Use a multipoint socket wrench with a shaft at least 40 mm long to loosen and tighten the drive plate bolts.

-- Remove the bolts and remove the drive plate.

WARNING:

Loose engine support bridge components could cause an accident.

Secure the mounting hooks and pins on the engine support bridge using securing pins -arrows-.

-- Hook the Engine Sling 2024A to the engine and to the Shop Crane VAS6100.

Fig 2: Engine Lifted

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NOTE:

To be aligned to the center of gravity of the engine assembly, the hole rails of the lifting hook must be inserted as shown in the illustration.

-- Attach the Holding Fixture VW540 to the engine for assembly work.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Transmission Bracket VW 540

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-- Secure the engine with the holding fixture VW540 to the Engine And Transmission Holder VAS6095.