Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 2264

Do not damage clutch housing ball valve. 

Fig. 129: Removing & Installing Circlip (Reverse Gear Clutch) 
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Circlip (arrow) must be seated in the groove of clutch housing. Spring supporting plate must be centered 
relative to hub. See Fig. 130 . 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

Fig. 130: Installation Position Of Spring Supporting Plate (Reverse Gear Clutch) 
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3RD AND 4TH GEAR CLUTCH -K3- WITH TURBINE SHAFT 

Number of inner and outer plates varies based on transmission code. For correct number used, see CODE 
LETTERS, TRANSMISSION APPLICATION, RATIOS, EQUIPMENT . 

Special Tools And Equipment 

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VW 401 Thrust plate  

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VW 402 Thrust plate  

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VW 407 Press tool  

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3292/1 From assembly tool 3292  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

Fig. 131: Identifying 3rd & 4th Gear Clutch Special Tools 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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