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Transmission, Securing In Engine/Transmission Holder






Transmission, Securing in Engine/Transmission Holder

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Holding Plate (VW 309)

Holding Fixture (VW 313) or

Engine and Transmission Holder (VAS 6095)

Shop Crane -Load Cap=700-1200KG (VAS 6100)

Transmission Support (VW 353)

Holding Fixture (VW 540)

Attach Transmission Horizontally






- Attach the transmission to the (VW 540) - arrows -.

- Install the transmission using the (VAS 6100) in (VW 313) or (VAS 6095).

There is a risk the transmission could swing around when it is turned on the (VW 313).

Because center of gravity is located outside the holding fixture center of rotation, a second technician must hold the transmission housing to rotate.

There is a risk of oil leaking when turning the transmission.

Vents for the transmission housing must be closed before turning a filled transmission on the engine/transmission stand so that the oil pan faces upward.

Secure Transmission in Vertical Position






- Mount the transmission to the (VW 353) and insert the (VW 309) into the (VW 313) or the (VAS 6095).