Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 2233

Fig. 28: Reconnecting Battery Work Steps 
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NOTE:

If desired, print this page and use the table above as a checklist.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Overhaul - New Beetle, 01M

  

TRANSMISSION 

When an automatic transmission is replaced, the ATF in the planetary gearbox, and the gear oil in the final 
drive must be checked and topped off as necessary. See SERVICING - A/T (01M) article. 

GASKETS, OIL SEALS 

Radial shaft seals: Pack space between sealing lips with grease before installing. 

Always install new O-rings. 

After installing, check ATF level in planetary gearbox or gear oil in final drive, adjust to correct level if 
necessary. See SERVICING - A/T (01M) article. 

LOCKING ELEMENTS 

Do not overstretch circlips; replace if necessary. 

Circlips must be properly seated in the grooves. 

Replace spring pins. Installation position: Slot must be longitudinal to line of force. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Overhaul - New Beetle, 01M

  

Fig. 29: Positioning Slotted Spring Pins 
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SHIMS 

Measure shims at several points with a micrometer. Different tolerances make it possible to obtain the exact 
shim thickness required. 

Check for signs of burr and damage. Install only shims which are in perfect condition. 

BEARINGS 

Tapered roller bearings are allocated in the parts catalog according to the transmission build date and code 
letters. 

Always replace tapered roller bearings which are mounted on a shaft together and use bearings from a single 

 

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manufacturer. 

Install needle bearings with the inscribed side (thicker sheet metal) facing the drift. 

Heat the inner races of tapered roller bearings to approx. 100° C before installing. 

Do not interchange the inner and outer races of same size bearings. 

NUTS, BOLTS 

Nuts and bolts for attaching covers and housings must be loosened and tightened in a crosswise pattern. 

Do not distort particularly sensitive parts (e.g. valve body), and loosen or tighten diagonally in stages. 

The tightening torques stated apply to unoiled nuts and bolts. 

Threads of bolts that are secured by locking fluid are to be cleaned with a wire brush. Then insert bolts with 
AMV 185 100 A1. 

Always replace self-locking nuts. 

INNER PLATES 

Place new inner plates in ATF fluid for 15 minutes before installing. 

VALVE BODY 

Replace the valve body if any of the selector elements are scorched. 

CLUTCHES 

Clutches K1, K2 and K3 should be disassembled only for cleaning. If parts are faulty, replace the clutch. 
Allocate clutches according to transmission code letters. 

ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) 

Before repair work on the automatic transmission, the cause of the malfunction should be determined as 
precisely as possible with the aid of On Board Diagnostic (OBD). See DIAGNOSIS - 01M article. 

TRANSMISSION 

For removal and installation procedure, see REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - A/T (01M) article. 

For transmission repairs, an exchange component is available for the shift elements, which is often more cost 
effective. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Overhaul - New Beetle, 01M