Detach/Attach Torque Converter Of Clutch Plate - AR27.20-P-0001-01EWM

Transmission 725.0 

Fig 1: Identifying Ring Wrench (177 589 00 03 00)

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Fig 2: Identifying Long Wedge (115 589 03 59 00)

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Fig 3: Identifying Socket Wrench Bit (001 589 65 09 00)

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Fig 4: Identifying Counterholder (654 589 00 40 00)

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Remove 

1. Unscrew screws/bolts (1 to 4) opposite direction of engine rotation (arrow) through opening in housing.

   Transmission 725 0 with engine 274 264 276 278 279 642 651

   Turn the engine further in the direction of engine rotation at the crankshaft center bolt using socket.

   Transmission 725 0 with engine 176 177

   Turn engine further in direction of engine rotation at center bolt of crankshaft using box wrench.

   Transmission 725 0 with engine 256 654 656

   Turn engine further in direction of engine rotation at vibration damper of crankshaft using counterholder.

   If center bolt or vibration damper is not accessible.

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   Turn the engine further at the torque converter using a wide screwdriver.

2. Pry torque converter off drive plate using long wedge.

   Check 

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3. Check threaded inserts in drive plate for loose fitting and damage; replace drive plate if necessary.

   Install 

4. Check whether torque converter is lying flat against drive plate.

   If necessary, press torque converter onto drive plate using long wedge.

5. Tighten screws/bolts (1 to 4) in numerical sequence

   Replace the screws/bolts (1 to 4).