A5S 360R/390R Transmission

Replacing Wiring Harness In Automatic Transmission (A5S 360R/390R)

Note: After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.

Remove transmission fluid sump.

Remove transmission plug at rear right.

Caution:
Use only the approved transmission fluid in this automatic transmission.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!





Note: Pay attention to spacer on transmission fluid screen (1) on vehicles with diesel engines.

Pull off transmission fluid screen (1) towards bottom and remove.





Note: If the sealing ring (1) has remained in the pump housing, it must be removed and the transmission fluid screen replaced.





Disconnect all plug connections on shift unit.
Unclip temperature sensor (1) from holder.

Note: As of model year 2001 (04 / 2000), the temperature sensor will be integrated in the wiring harness.





Remove retaining clip with screwdriver (2).
Push transmission plug (1) into transmission.
Remove wiring harness from automatic transmission.





Installation:
To facilitate installation, coat sealing rings with petroleum jelly.

Make sure transmission plug is in correct position.