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8-cylinder TDI engine (4.2 ltr. 4-valve common rail), mechanics - Edition 12.2013
Note
A second mechanic is required for positioning the subframe on
the support elements.
– Fit subframe onto the two support elements -VAS 6131/10-8- .
– Screw up spindles for support elements -VAS 6131/10-8- on
left and right sides.
– Tighten base plates for support elements on scissor-type as‐
sembly platform - VAS 6131 A- to 20 Nm.
– Tighten bolts for front gearbox mountings -arrows- on both
sides.
– Guide engine/gearbox assembly together with subframe and
engine cross member into the body from below using scissor-
type assembly platform - VAS 6131 A- .
– Install subframe ⇒ Rep. gr. 40 .
– Tighten subframe bolts only to specified torque (do not turn
further). Do not tighten bolts to final setting until after wheel
alignment check has been performed ⇒ Rep. gr. 40 .
WARNING
The vehicle must not be driven at this stage.
– Tighten bolts -4- for engine cross member ⇒ page 46 .
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