General Repair Information: Transmission

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Always make sure that no dirt or contaminants enter an >>open<< transmission. Any dirt that enters can cause transmission failure, especially if the DSG Transmission Mechatronic -J743- and/or the transmission fluid pump are >>open<<.

Do not run the engine and do not tow the vehicle if the transmission cover is removed or if there is no transmission fluid inside the transmission.
Thoroughly clean the connection points and the area around them first, and then loosen them.
When installing the transmission, make sure the alignment sleeves are seated correctly between the engine and the transmission.