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Cross-Member: Service and Repair






Tunnel Crossmember

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Engine/Transmission Jack (V.A.G 1383 A)

Transmission Support (T10337)

Removing






- Remove the rear noise insulation - 2 -.

- Install the (T10337) on the (V.A.G 1383 A).






- Position the (T10337) on the bottom of the transmission.

- Lift the transmission slightly using the (V.A.G 1383 A).


There is the risk of an accident.

The (V.A.G 1383 A) may only be used during assembly and must not sit unsupervised under the vehicle.

- Remove the bolts from the tunnel crossmember - arrows -.






- Remove the nuts - arrow - and the tunnel crossmember.






Installing

Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:

For the correct tightening specifications, refer to => [ Tunnel Crossmember, Transmission Mount and Transmission Support Overview ] Tunnel Crossmember, Transmission Mount and Transmission Support Overview.

- Install the rear noise insulation.