2. Install the automatic transmission on a disassembly workbench. Using handles 18G1501, remove the torque converter, being careful not to damage the oil pump seal.
3. Unscrew 12 bolts (internal, hex head) fastenings of the torque converter housing.
4. Remove the torque converter housing and oil pump. Discard the gasket.
5. Unscrew the 8 oil pump mounting bolts.
6. Screw 2 bolts into the diametrical seats. Using a plastic-faced hammer, lightly tap the bolts to knock the pump out of the crankcase.
7. Install the new pump onto the guide pins.
8. Tighten the mounting bolts to a torque of 10 Nm.
9. Place the pump on the workbench. Use the LST 111 key to check the pump's freedom of rotation.
10. Before installing the torque converter housing, check the condition of the thrust washer and clutch axial separator A.
11. Using grease, secure the gasket and washer to the torque converter housing.
12. Install the torque converter housing onto the gearbox housing, tighten the 12 mounting bolts to a torque of 46 Nm.
13. Using the LST 111 key, check the axial clearance of the pump shaft. If the gap is not 0.2-0.4 mm, replace the rear washer of the torque converter.
14. Install the torque converter. When the torque converter is installed correctly, the distance between the drive coupling mounting bosses and the mating surface of the torque converter housing should be equal to:
- v8 engine - 25 mm
- tdi engine - 15 mm.
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