D5 separate transmission without lifting engine out?

SynonymForTree · Dec 28th, 2021, 13:59

I've got what looks like the core plug failure with a beefy oil leak between my engine and transmission. Can I remove it to replace to plug and whatever gaskets are in there without lifting out the whole engine?

I would like to avoid that if possible :P

I was wondering if it's possible to slide it sideways on a jack to get enough space to renew the seals and plug or even just drop it out the bottom without dropping the engine.

Simmy · Dec 28th, 2021, 17:16

yes its possible but be aware that its a heavy unit even more so if its an auto

SynonymForTree · Dec 28th, 2021, 17:54

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Originally Posted by Simmy

yes its possible but be aware that its a heavy unit even more so if its an auto

I was expecting to just lower it on a jack with some wood on. Do you know of any guides on how to do this?

I've since found this video so it must be possible:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8b2...=GeorgeAllsopp

I guess just remove the front left everything!

Tony500 · Dec 28th, 2021, 18:22

In all honestly it is easier removing both engine and box together.... we done this to fix the core plug issue too

SynonymForTree · Dec 28th, 2021, 20:24

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Originally Posted by Tony500

In all honestly it is easier removing both engine and box together.... we done this to fix the core plug issue too

I don't have a crane right now so was just trying to avoid getting one

Will see how I get on...

john langrick · Dec 29th, 2021, 16:11

Note, also a good time to check engine mounts and the condition of the turbo. In
If pre 2006, may well be a good in opportunity to check the AWD spline drive too.

John l

Dec 28th, 2021, 13:59	#1
SynonymForTree Junior Member Last Online: Dec 11th, 2023 16:52 Join Date: May 2021 Location: Harrogate	D5 separate transmission without lifting engine out? I've got what looks like the core plug failure with a beefy oil leak between my engine and transmission. Can I remove it to replace to plug and whatever gaskets are in there without lifting out the whole engine? I would like to avoid that if possible :P I was wondering if it's possible to slide it sideways on a jack to get enough space to renew the seals and plug or even just drop it out the bottom without dropping the engine. Last edited by SynonymForTree; Dec 28th, 2021 at 16:01.

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Tony500 Master Member Last Online: Jan 7th, 2024 14:02 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Glasgow	In all honestly it is easier removing both engine and box together.... we done this to fix the core plug issue too __________________ 2009 V70 R-Design 2.0D SE Sport 2007 XC90 D5 SE Lux 2006 XC90 V8 Executive

Dec 28th, 2021, 17:16	#2
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:41 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	yes its possible but be aware that its a heavy unit even more so if its an auto

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john langrick Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:15 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southend on sea	Note, also a good time to check engine mounts and the condition of the turbo. In If pre 2006, may well be a good in opportunity to check the AWD spline drive too. John l

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