Transmission To Engine Tightening Specifications

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Fig 1: Identifying Alignment Sleeves & Tightening Bolts

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M12 Bolt -
80 Nm
- If the insert tool 18 mm T10179 is used: 65 Nm.
M10 Bolt -
40 Nm
Arrows -
Alignment sleeves

-- Replace all bolts -1 and 2- and -2- for the transmission mount and transmission mount bracket -A-.

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Support Plate And Bolts

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-- First, install all new bolts by hand.

-- Tighten the bolts -1- to 40 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn.

-- Tighten the bolts -2- to 60 Nm + 90°(1/4) additional turn.

NOTE:

When tightening the bolts -2-, the bracket can be pried into the correct seating with a screwdriver.