Remove/Install Transmission: Notes

Transmission 716.660 In Model 170.449/465 

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Transmission

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Remove/Install 

1. 1 -  Disconnect battery. See DISCONNECT/CONNECT BATTERY'S GROUND CABLE .
   NOTE: Upon installation: Code radio, set clock, normalize power windows and set timer in vehicles with stationary heater.
2. 2 -  Remove engine support with engine mount (12). See Fig 1.
   NOTE: Support transmission before hand.
3. 3 -  Remove exhaust bracket (13).
   NOTE: Upon installation: Replace self-locking nuts (15).
4. 4 -  Remove shield.
5. 5 -  Detach exhaust system from supports.

   Detach using V-belt.

6. 6 -  Detach propeller shaft (17).

   Detach propeller shaft complete and pull to the back.

   For Model 170, 208. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING PROPELLER SHAFT .

   NOTE: Upon installation: Replace self-locking nuts.
7. 7 -  Disconnect reverse lamp switch connector (X49/1).
8. 8 -  Detach ground line (20).
CAUTION: Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury caused by brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes. Pour brake fluid only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid.
9. 9 -  Separate hydraulic line (11) for clutch operating system.
10. 10 -  Remove cap (21) on bracket (8)
    NOTE: Upon installation: First insert upper guide of cap (21), then clip in at the bottom. The retaining lugs must be heard to engage.
11. 11 -  Unhook selector cable (7) at the bracket (8), rotate nut (9) counter clockwise and remove selector cable (7).
    NOTE: Upon installation: Grease ball joint lightly and pay attention to correct seat of spacer ring (10).

    Long Life Grease. See Fig 4.

12. 12 -  Tie selector cable (7) out of the way.
13. 13 -  Unlock and pull out safety bolt (3).
14. 14 -  Unhook shift rod (5) from transmission (1).
    NOTE: Upon installation: Grease ball joint lightly.
15. 15 -  Unscrew bolts (2) on crankcase and, using lifting device, remove transmission (1) downwards at an angle.
    NOTE: Upon installation: Check seat of dowel pins and sleeves.

    In-line engine: Dowel pin on transmission (2 pieces).

    V- engine: Dowel pin on crankcase (2 pieces).

    Use Transmission Plate. See Fig 3.

16. 16 -  Check thrust bearing and deep-groove ball bearing of crankshaft.
    NOTE: Check for noise, rough running, leaks and wear and replace if necessary.
17. 17 -  Install in the reverse order
18. 18 -  Inspect transmission oil level.

    Correct oil level =10 mm below bottom edge of filler hole. See Fig 2.

    NOTE: Filling capacity for transmission oil revised. See ON VEHICLE SERVICING article.
    NOTE: Carry out measurement e.g. with hexagon socket wrench.

    Torque Specification: Oil drain plug to transmission. See COMPLETE MANUAL TRANSMISSION .

    Torque Specification: Oil filler plug to transmission. See COMPLETE MANUAL TRANSMISSION .

19. 19 -  Bleed clutch operating system. See BLEEDING CLUTCH ACTUATION .
20. 20 -  Check gearshift for ease of movement. If gearshift is sluggish: Adjust selector cable:

    Models 170, 208 & 210 as of 6/1/2000. See ADJUST SHIFT CABLE .

Fig 2: Transmission Gear Oil Filling Capacity

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COMPLETE MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Fig 3: Commercial Available Tool, Transmission Plate

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Fig 4: Auxiliary Repair Material (Long Life Grease)

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