Connections on R Tronic Shift Actuator
Connections on R Tronic Shift Actuator
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Release Tool (T40161)
Removing
CAUTION!
The shift actuator can be damaged if the connector on it is removed incorrectly.
• Only replace the connectors if they are damaged.
• The connector seat in the R tronic shift actuator can be damaged.
• Remove shavings completely.
• The hydraulic return hose is removed. Refer to => [ Hydraulic Return Hose ] .
- Cover the surfaces on the R tronic shift actuator around the connections with adhesive tape.
• This prevents the surface from being damaged during removal.
- Mount the Release Tool (T40161) under the collar on the connection - A -.
- Squeeze the Release Tool (T40161) with pliers in direction of - arrow -.
• The Release Tool (T40161) must be positioned under the connector collar so the connector is raised up when the tool is pressed together.
- Hold the Release Tool (T40161) compressed.
- Remove the connector by prying back and forth in both directions - arrows -.
- Extract the opening on the R tronic shift actuator and clean it so no metal shavings enter the hydraulic system.
Installing
• Always replace the connectors - 3 - on the R tronic shift actuator.
• To prevent shavings and dirt from entering the R tronic shift actuator, seal the inner opening temporarily.
- Vacuum the opening.
- Seal the inner opening in the R tronic shift actuator (for example with sealing plugs) to prevent dirt from entering.
- Carefully deburr the upper opening on the R tronic shift actuator.
- Vacuum the opening, clean it and remove the sealing plugs.
- Coat the O-ring - 1 - on the connector lightly with hydraulic oil.
• The retainer - 2 - must be installed.
• The retainer tabs - 2 - must face up so the connector " spreads out" and is secured after installing in the R tronic shift actuator.
- Press the connector as far as the stop into the opening on the R tronic shift actuator.
- Install the hydraulic return hose. Refer to => [ Hydraulic Return Hose ] .