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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect shift linkage from transmission.
- Disconnect drive axles from transmission drive flanges.
- Disconnect exhaust from turbocharger.
- Attach engine sling 2024A as follows and lift slightly using workshop crane (remove slack).
- Pulley end: 2nd hole in hook at position 1
- Flywheel end: 2nd hole in hook at position 7
CAUTION:
Secure all 2024A engine sling hooks and locating pins using lock pins.
NOTE:
- The end of the cross bar marked with installation positions 1-4 points toward drive belt.
- Holes in the hooks are counted from the hook end.
- Remove front engine mount as an assembly.
- Lift engine/transmission assembly out toward front.
CAUTION:
When lifting engine/transmission assembly, carefully guide the assembly out to avoid damage to body.
NOTE:
When working on the engine, secure the block to an engine stand using the VW540 holding fixture.