Installing Double Clutch Transmission

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Check that the locking element of the starter -1- is inserted correctly and move it into installation position if necessary -Arrows- .

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Locking element of starter

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You will need a second mechanic to help you with this step.
Install double clutch transmission.
1. 2.1 Carefully guide the double clutch transmission into the vehicle from below. Make sure not to pinch or damage any components.
2. 2.2 Fit double clutch transmission on the engine.
Secure locking cable on double clutch transmission.
> 371319 - REMOVING AND INSTALLING LOCKING CABLE
Secure transmission support -1- .

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Transmission support
1. 4.1 Align transmission support -1- according to the markings.
2. 4.2 Fit and tighten screws for transmission support -2- .
  > Tightening - torque 70 Nm (52 ftlb.)
> T40173A - Gearbox support and > VAS 6931 - engine and gearbox jack can now be removed.
Secure double clutch transmission.
1. 6.1 Screw in screws on double clutch transmission as far as they will go by hand.
2. 6.2 Tighten screws on double clutch transmission -1 and 2- .
  > Initial - tightening 30 Nm (22 ftlb.)
  
  > Final tightening + 105°
3. 6.3 Tighten screw -3- on double clutch transmission.
  > Initial - tightening 30 Nm (22 ftlb.)
  
  > Final tightening + 105°
4. 6.4 Tighten screw -5- on double clutch transmission.
  > Initial - tightening 15 Nm (11 ftlb.)
  
  > Final tightening + 105°
5. 6.5 Tighten screws -4- on double clutch transmission.
  > Initial - tightening 15 Nm (11 ftlb.)
  
  > Final tightening + 105°
  
  Fig 1: Double Clutch Transmission Screws Tightening Sequence
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  Flange screws securing engine to transmission
Secure the starter.
> 276019 - REMOVING AND INSTALLING STARTER (V6 TURBO)
Tighten screws on drive plate.
1. 8.1 Screw in new drive plate screws -1- as far as they will go by hand.
2. 8.2 Tighten drive plate screws
  > Tightening - torque 60 Nm (44.3 ftlb.)
3. 8.3 Insert cover on service opening -2- .
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Drive plate screws
Secure electric wire harness for transmission -1- .

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Electric wire harness for transmission
1. 9.1 Connect and lock cable plugs -2 and 3- .
2. 9.2 Clip in clips -4- .
Secure holder securing ATF line to engine -1- .

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Holder securing ATF line to engine
1. 10.1 Fit and tighten screw -2- .
  > Tightening - torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)
Secure line for ATF cooling

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Line for ATF cooling
1. 11.1 Fit line for ATF cooling -1- with new O-rings.
2. 11.2 Position ATF cooling line -1- .
3. 11.3 Fit and tighten screw on line bracket -2- .
  > Tightening - torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)
4. 11.4 Screw on and tighten nut for line bracket -3- .
  > Tightening - torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)
5. 11.5 Fit and tighten screw on ATF cooling line -4- .
  > Tightening - torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)
6. 11.6 Fit and tighten screw securing ATF cooling line to double clutch transmission -5- .
  > Tightening - torque 20 Nm (15 ftlb.)