Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing flywheel

Using counterhold -3067-, this page covers removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 flywheel with the gearbox already removed — insert the counterhold into the cylinder block hole before loosening the bolts.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Counterhold -3067- Removing Gearbox removed

–  Insert counterhold -3067- in hole on cylinder block -item B-. –  Loosen and remove flywheel bolts. Installing Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:   Note Renew bolts that are tightened with specified tightening angle. Flywheel with sender wheel can only be fitted in one position. –  Insert counterhold -3067- in hole in cylinder block -item A-. Specified torques → Chapter „Assembly overview - cylinder block, gearbox end“

Questions & answers

Removing and installing flywheel — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

How do I remove the Golf Mk7 1.4 TSI flywheel?

Hold the crankshaft, unbolt the flywheel bolts and remove. On dual-mass flywheels, inspect for wear before refitting.

Assembly overview - cylinder block, gearbox end

  Note For assembly work, secure engine to engine and gearbox support → Chapter. 1 -  Bolt Renew 60  ...

Removing and installing sealing flange on gearbox side

Special tools and workshop equipment required     Flared ring spanner tool insert AF 24 -V.A.G 1332/11 ...

Other materials:

• Removing and installing sealing flange on gearbox side
• Assembly overview - cylinder block, gearbox end
• Raising wheel bearing assembly to unladen position (vehicles with coil springs), front axle
• EU tyre label, summary
• Assembly overview - rear vehicle level senders, multi-link suspension, front-wheel drive