Transmission Fluid Pump: Removing

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

-- Remove the left front wheel housing liner. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

-- Place the Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit SMN 372500 or Drip Tray under the transmission.

In regard to contaminated oil, also observe information on changing the oil filter TRANSMISSION FLUID FILTER .

-- Remove the drain- and check plug -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Inspection Plug Near Pendulum Support

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A plastic overflow tube is located in this hole (with 8 mm hex socket head). Its length determines the oil level in the transmission.

-- Remove the overflow pipe.

-- Drain oil.

-- Tighten the overflow tube to the tightening specification.

-- Replace the seal -arrow-.

Fig 2: ATF Inspection Plug

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-- Keep the Used Oil Collection And Extraction Device VAG 1782 or the Catch Tray under the transmission.

-- The bolts -arrows- and remove the transmission fluid pump cover -A-.

Fig 3: Identifying Cap For Transmission Oil Pump And Fasteners

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There is still fluid in Transmission Fluid Pump Cover.

-- Remove the bolts, use the Wrench - Pump/Injector Long Reach T10054 for the upper bolt -arrow-.

Fig 4: Bolts With Torque Specifications

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-- Remove the transmission fluid pump from the alignment pins and the input shaft.