Technical Service Information: The 01J Multitronic®

Technical Service Information
THE 01J MULTITRONIC®

2004 Audi A4 and A6
1.8L and 3.0L
Copyright © 2008 ATSG
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP

THE AUDI MULTITRONIC 01J CVT

PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
THE 01J MULTITRONIC®

Audi A4 and A6
Some Audi A4 and A6 vehicles are equipped with the Multitronic® 01J (VL300) Continuously Variable
Transmission. One of the more unique features about this transmission is the fact that the Transmission Control
Module (TCM) is located INSIDE the transmission with the 25 pin TCM connector for early units and a round
20 pin TCM for later units protruding out the rear of the unit.. This transmission does not use a torque converter,
it uses a dual mass flywheel or a flywheel/damper plate assembly depending on engine size. Another of the
unique components of the 01J is the use of a drive chain instead of a belt. This is the first time a drive chain has
been used in a CVT application. The TCM operates several external relays through the same harness as the one
that connects to the back of the transmission case. The TCM also communicates with other modules over the
CAN Network. The Tiptronic gear selection feature provides six (6) or seven (7) manually selected speeds.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 1

01J BASIC DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
01J Basic Disassembly
1.Using a #45 torx, remove 12 bolts from the TCM 2.Using a #30 torx, remove 3 TCM retaining bolts as
cover and remove the cover and gasket (See Figures 1 seen in figures 3 and 4 and remove the TCM (Figure 5).
and 2). Note oil sealing washer bolt location.
Oil sealing
washer bolt
Figure 1 Figure 3
Figure 2 Figure 4
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3.Disconnect the spring from the detent roller and lever 4.Remove the detent roller being careful not to loose
as seen in figure 6. the little roller from the lever (Figures 7 and 8).
Figure 5 Figure 7
Figure 6 Figure 8

5.Remove the 2 pressure switch O’rings from the valve 7.With the valve body removed, tube seals become
body (Figure 9). accessible for removal (Figure 11). Care must be taken
when removing the Input Sender Wheel (Figure 12)
6. Using a 10 mm socket, remove the 3 valve body and the Output Sender Wheel (Figure 13) as they are
attaching bolts and remove the valve body (Figure 10). not shaft seals. They each have magnets in them which
Figure 9 Figure 11
Figure 10 Figure 12
are used to excite Hall Affect Sensor built into the

TCM. The Input Sensor Wheel has 40 equally spaced
magnets in it while the Output Sensor Wheel uses 32
equally spaced magnets.

8. After removing all tube seals and sensor wheels the

snap ring and shim can be removed from the primary
pulley shaft as seen in figures 14 through 16.
Figure 13 Figure 15
Secondary Primary
Pulley Pulley
Shaft Shaft
Figure 14 Figure 16

9. With the snap ring and shim removed from the 10. When all the bolts are removed, carefully work the
primary pulley shaft, use a 45 mm torx to remove 21 pulley case cover off of the primary and secondary
bolts from the pulley case cover (Figure 17). pulley shafts (Figures 18 through 20).
Figure 17 Figure 19
Figure 18 Figure 20

11. Next, remove the inner shim from the primary 13. Inspect the chain and sheave faces on both pulleys
pulley shaft (Figure 21). for wear or damage.
12. A quick observation should be made to see that the 14. Remove Reverse Clutch Pressure Tube and
chain is at its smallest wrap in the primary pulley while baffling (Figure 24).
Figure 21 Figure 23
Figure 22 Figure 24
at its largest wrap in the secondary pulley as seen in

figures 22 and 23. This is the low gear chain wrap
position which is where the pulleys should be without
hydraulic pressure. If the wrap angle is not as shown,
there is a problem with the pulley and chain assembly.

15. Remove 14 front cover retaining bolts using a # 45 16. Remove the Forward Clutch Pressure Tube from
torx and carefully remove the cover, forward clutch the assembly and set aside (figures 27 and 28).
and planetary assembly from the case as seen in figures
25 and 26.
Figure 25 Figure 27
Figure 26 Figure 28

17. Remove the Reverse Clutch frictions, steels and 18. Remove the front seal to gains access to the Input
seal from the converter case housing (figures 29 and Shaft retaining snap ring (figure 31).
30).
19. With a suitable pair of Snap Ring plyers, carefully
remove the Turbine Shaft snap ring (figure 32).
Figure 29 Figure 31
Figure 30 Figure 32

20. Using a press, carefully remove the forward clutch 21. With a # 45 torx remove the front differential cover
drum and planetary assembly from the Reverse Piston and assembly (figure 35).
Front Cover assembly as seen in figures 33 and 34.
22. Note the locations of the 3 bolts shown in figure 36
with sealing washers for proper reassembly.
Figure 33 Figure 35
Figure 34 Figure 36

23. With the bolts removed carefully pry the assembly 25. If the entrainment pump or the drive and driven
away from the case (figure 37). pulley assembly needs to be removed for service,
remove the pinion seal to expose the locking ring as
24. Remove the spring loaded pivot pin from the cross seen in figures 39 and 40.
shaft as seen in figure 38.
Figure 37 Figure 39
Figure 38 Figure 40

26. Carefully remove the outer retainer ring as seen in 27. Carefully remove the main snap ring with a pair of
figure 41 exposing the main snap ring as seen in figure suitable snap ring plyers (figure 43).
42.
Figure 41 Figure 43
Figure 42 Figure 44

28. Install the brace into the differential and carefully 29. To install the pulley set, slide it into place and
introduce air into the push piston to remove the drive install the threaded rod into the pinon gear as seen in
and driven pulley set from the case as seen in figures 45 figure 48.
to 47.
Figure 45 Figure 47
Figure 46 Figure 48

30. Install the sleeve over the threaded shaft (figure 51. Install a new pinion seal (figure 51).
49).
52. The special tool kit through AC will also allow for
31. With a nut and wrench, carefully draw the shaft into you to disassemble the drive and driven pulleys
place and install the snap ring and retainer (figure 50). (figure 52).
Figure 49 Figure 51
Figure 50 Figure 52

Forward Clutch 2. Remove the corrugated washer as seen in figure 3.
1. Using 2 screwdrivers, carefully lift the pressure 3. Remove the upper selective shim as seen in figure 4.
plate with piston from the input shaft as seen in figures
1 and 2.
Figure 1 Figure 3
Sealing ring and sealing ring This selective shim

surfaces are very critical areas measured 2.921 mm
Piston Pressure Plate
Figure 2 Figure 4
Special note:
Sealing ring and sealing ring surfaces shown in figure 2

are very critical areas. The slightest sign of damage
such as scratching or scoring will require part
replacement.

4. Remove the forward frictions and steels (figure 5). 6. Inspect the inner forward clutch piston sealing ring
for damage or wear. If replacement is required, it must
5. Remove the lower selective shim (figure 6). be replaced with the inside o’ring located under the
sealing ring (see figures 7 and 8).
Figure 5 Figure 7
This selective shim

measured 2.159 mm
Figure 6 Figure 8

7. Using a suitable spring compression tool, compress 8. Remove round retainer ring and tin plate as seen in
the diaphragm return spring and remove the snap ring, figures 11 and 12. There is nothing serviceable under
retainers and the diaphragm return spring as seen in the tin plate. The removal of this plate will
figures 9 and 10. accommodate proper cleaning of the planetary
assembly.
Figure 9 Figure 11
Figure 10 Figure 12

NOTE: The following disassembly is not required 10. Carefully lift the internal ring gear shell from the
unless the plastic support rings and washer need to be planetary assembly and remove the washer as seen in
replaced or intense cleaning is required. figures 15 and 16. The pinion gears can also be
inspected looking for washer wear and roughness on
their rotating pins.
Figure 13 Figure 15
Figure 14 Figure 16
9. Drive the roll pin flush and rotate the bronze washer
so tabs are clear from carrier and lift the washer off (see
figures 13 and 14). Once removed, there will be
sufficient room to use an extractor tool for roll pin
removal.

11. Replace the plastic support rings as necessary and The entire circular area needs to be inspected. The two
reassemble the forward drum in the reverse sequence feeler gauges MUST always move freely without any
(figure 17) noting the following critical points. resistance whatsoever. If the gauges can not freely
move around the pressure plate the forward clutch
12. Once the forward clutch is re-assembled, a suitable stack up will need to be adjusted by changing the
tool or part number VW 416b must be used to selected shims shown in figures 4 and 6.
pushdown on the pressure plate by a second technician
as seen in figure 18. It is essential to obtain a successful 0.058” even
clearance all the way around the pressure plate
13. Using part number T40102 or equivalent .058” otherwise problems will be encountered when driving
feeler gauges, move the two feeler gauges back and off from a standstill.
forth in a circle beneath the pressure as the arrows in
figure 18 illustrates. Originally there was an update that changed the
forward clutch stack up from 6 friction plates to 7
friction trapezoid design plates. The part number for
this repair kit was ZAW 398 001 which was to be
accompanied with a TCM re-flash using CD ROM part
number 8E0 906 961J.
At the time of this printing, these parts are no longer

made available. What is available is the entire front
cover, planetary and drum assembly already to go.
This can only be purchased with the use of a Vehicle
Identification Number.
When the unit is assembled, a factory re-flash

procedure must be performed.
Figure 17
Press Down
Figure 18 Copyright © 2008 ATSG

14. Inspect the seals at both ends of the Forward Clutch 15. The split sealing ring end of the pressure tube seals
pressure tube (figure 19). These are critical points in inside the plastic entrainment pump plumbing. The
the forward clutch circuit making it essential that they clad seal in the case seals against a shoulder on the
seal properly. The o ring end of the tube sits into the forward drum planetary assembly (figures 20 and 21).
forward drum planetary assembly as seen in figure 20. Both are critical sealing points for the forward clutch.
Split sealing ring

seals inside the
entrainment pump
Clad Seal for

shoulder on
planetary Assy
Figure 19 Figure 21
Split sealing ring
Shoulder
Figure 20 Figure 22

16. Inspect the molded reverse clutch piston and 17. Install the reverse pressure seal with the lip of the
replace as necessary and reassemble (figures 22-24). seal facing the cover (see figure 25). Install the reverse
clutch pack assembly into the case starting with the
wavy plate first, then steel, friction steel, friction
ending with the thick apply plate as seen in figure 25.
Lip
faces
Out
Figure 23 Figure 25
Figure 24 Figure 26
18. While compressing the clutch pack by hand

measure the distance to the edge of the case as seen in
figure 26. This transmission measured 5.969mm
(0.235”).

19. The distance from the cover face to the apply plate 21.With factory tool T40050 or equivalent install the
fingers measure approximately 4.699mm (0.185”). forward clutch assembly into the reverse clutches.
When this figure is subtracted from 5.969 (0.235”) the Rotate the input shaft slightly in both directions until
reverse clutch clearance with this transmission is all the clutch plates have been engaged. Once the
determined to be at 1.27mm (0.050”). reverse frictions are all indexed, with a slight lift on the
Figure 27 Figure 29
Figure 28 Figure 30
20.Align all the reverse clutch frictions with a straight input shaft rotate the shaft counterclockwise so that it
edge so that all the teeth are exactly aligned (figure 28). engages in the teeth of the helical intermediate gear.
Once the assembly is fully installed and the cover is

seated on the dowels, tighten the cover bolts to 23 Nm
(see figures 29 and 30).

22. Using figures 31 through 34, install the reverse Note:Do not install the Park Rod at this time as it will
pressure tube and baffling. not pass through the access hole in the case cover.
Figure 31 Figure 33
Snap support Do not install

tab into park rod
this hole at this time
Figure 32 Figure 34

23. Place the inner shim on the primary pulley shaft 26. Clip the manual valve into the securing spring on
(figure 35), connect the park rod into the manual arm the valve body as seen in figure 3
shaft and install the case cover.
Figure 35 Figure 37
Lip
faces
Out
Cam
Figure 36 Figure 38
24. Install the outer shim and snap ring on the primary 27. Rotate manual arm shaft so that the shift cam which
pulley shaft (refer back to figures 16 and 15 on page 4). indexes with the manual valve is almost vertical with a
slight inclination to the right (figure 38)
25. Carefully install the sensor rings and all seals with
the lip end facing out as seen if figure 36.

28. Both the secondary pulley shaft oil collar (figure 29. Attach the spring around the base of the manual
39) and the manual valve must be aligned when arm shaft and install the detent lever and roller into the
installing the valve body. Once installed verify that the valve body (figure 41).
manual valve is moving by repeatedly rotating the
linkage shaft and watching the back end of the manual 30. Attach the spring to the bottom of lever (figure 42).
Figure 39 Figure 41
Figure 40 Figure 42
to see if the manual valve is moving in and out of the
bore (see figure 40).

31. Ensure both pressure switch o-rings are in place 34. Install new gasket (figure 45).
and tighten the three 10 mm valve body bolts to 10 Nm
(figure 43). 35. Install new cover bolts and tighten to 15 Nm plus
an additional 90° turn more (figure 46). Note the
32. Install the TCM tightening the three # 30 torx location of the one bolt with an oil sealing washer.
Figure 43 Figure 45
Twin-lip TCM
connector seal
Figure 44 Figure 46
attaching bolts to 10 Nm also (figure 44).
33. Install a new twin-lip TCM connector seal with the

twin-lips facing the cover (figure 44). Care must be
taken that these lips do not fold down when the cover is
fitted onto the case (figure 46).

Adapt TCM and Fluid Fill Adapt
Using a suitable fill pump device, fill the transmission

with VAS 5162 Audi CVT fluid (part # G 052 180 A2
for 1 liter) through the fill hole shown in figure 1 until Drain plug
fluid begins to overflow (approximately 7.5 to 8 liters). Audi tool
Engage the transmission with the wheels off the part # 3357
ground and top off the fluid before placing the vehicle
on the ground for a road test.
Fluid check
Once the vehicle is prepared to be driven, an Adapt the pipe 10mm
TCM procedure must be performed. This should allen head
always be done anytime transmission work is
performed or if the battery has been disconnected for
any great length of time. If a 6 to 7 forward clutch
friction update was performed, the TCM must receive Figure 1
a factory re-flash. All other work, the Adapt procedure
is as follows: If the transmission does not operate at 100% efficiency
check for bulletins regarding TCM re-flashing as there
1. The transmission fluid must be at 145° F (65°C) or are several related to different engagements and shift
warmer before the procedure can be properly complaints. Such as a bulletin Group 01 Number 03-10
performed. issued 10/2/03 for a jerk in reverse when idling or
bucking when accelerating from a standstill Group 01
2. Find a suitable road clear of traffic where the vehicle Number 06-10 issued 1/27/06 (includes update from a
can be driven and stopped several times. 6 friction forward pack to a seven friction forward
pack).
3. Place the selector lever into drive and drive forward
at part load for approximately 70 feet (20 meters), then Fluid Change Only
apply the brake coming to a complete stop. Continue to
depress the brake pedal for approximately 10 more Should a vehicle come in for a fluid service only, the
seconds with the selector lever still in Drive. following procedures must be performed:
4. Shift the selector lever into reverse with the brake 1. Inspect the transmission fluid level though the check
pedal depressed. pipe located at the bottom of the transmission. It has a
10 mm allen head plug (figure1). If the transmission is
5. Release the brake and drive backwards at part load full, some fluid should spill out. Fill with CVT fluid
for approximately 70 feet (20 meters), then apply the VAS 5162 as needed.
brake coming to a complete stop. Continue to depress
the brake pedal for approximately 10 more seconds 2. Have all 4 wheels off the ground (a minimum of at
with the selector lever still in Reverse. least 8 inches) and check to see that each wheel rotates
freely by hand.
6. Repeat this procedure (alternating between “D” and
“R”) five times. 3. Observe the Tiptronic indicator and shift from 1st to
top gear accelerating moderately after each shift never
Once these steps have been performed, the vehicle is exceeding 35 mph.
prepared for a typical road test. Copyright © 2008 ATSG

4. Shift the transmission back down to first gear.
5. Carefully apply the brake until the wheels come to a

stop.
6. With the brake applied, place the transmission into

reverse.
Fluid and check plug
7. Release the brake and moderately depress the
accelerator to a reverse gear speed of 12 mph.
8. Carefully apply the brake until the wheels come to a

stop.
9. Return the selector lever to Drive and repeat steps 2

through 8 five more times. Figure 2
It is very common to find differentials overheated and
10. When completed place the selector lever into park destroyed as a result of low levels. It seems that the
and turn off the vehicle. baffling around the differential (figure 3) makes it
difficult to get an accurate reading. Of course Audi’s
11. Change the transmission fluid. The drain plug is awkward procedure for checking the gear oil level
along side the check plug and can be removed with doesn’t help any either.
Audi key number 3357. Fill the transmission through
the check plug using a suitable fill device with CVT
fluid VAS 5162 (4.5 to 5 liters).
12. Repeat steps 2 through 9. Once completed, place

the vehicle on the ground and road test.
ffle
Ba
Differential
The front differential in the transmission receives

approximately 1.3 liters of SAE75 W90 synthetic fluid p lug
and is filled through the check plug as seen in figure 2. eck
d ch
an
The vehicle must be driven to heat the gear oil to uid
approximately 60°C. Fl
Allow the vehicle to sit for 5 minutes giving the gear oil Figure 3
time to settle.
This particular transmission being used for this
Remove the plug and using a piece of wire, the fluid handout had beginning signs of failure. The ring gear
level must be approximately 8.5mm below the fill was slightly overheated, the baffle in the cover was
hole. Top off as necessary and tighten plug to 20 Nm. deteriorating and the differential side gears would not
spin by hand at all.
It is recommended that a new plug replace the old. Copyright © 2008 ATSG

A close look at figures 4 and 5 reveal how the plastic washers under the gears have split and are walking out of
place jamming gear rotation. This differential will need to be repaired or replaced.
Figure 4 Figure 5

EARLY TCM CONNECTOR LOCATION & TERMINAL FUNCTIONS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25
The Transmission Control Module J217

25 pin compact connector
Two terminals are used in the TCM’s 25 pin compact connector to connect to the CAN bus network system
known as the Drivetrain CAN Bus Low and Drivetrain CAN Bus High. Hard wired directly into the 25 pin
connector is an Engine Speed Signal on terminal 15. The hard input is the priority line for engine RPM data.
It is a key parameter for the slip control feature of the forward and reverse clutch. The Engine RPM data that
the TCM receives over the CAN bus is a redundancy (back-up) signal.
Terminals 12 (upshift), 13(recognition) and 14 (downshift) are inputs to the TCM from the Tiptronic
Console Shifter.
Pin 6 is a shift indicator signal sent out by the TCM

Pin 5 is a vehicle speed signal sent out by the TCM
Pin 2 is the diagnosis and programing interface wire
These specific data signals are also sent into the CAN bus network system from the TCM.
Other connections to the TCM’s 25 pin compact connector are power and grounds, the Park/Neutral
Position Relay, the Shift Lock Solenoid
Figure 1

LATE TCM CONNECTOR LOCATION & TERMINAL FUNCTIONS
17 14 9
5
20 13 8
2
19 16 12 4
1
18 11 7
3
15 10 6

Two terminals are used in the TCM’s 20 pin compact connector to connect to the CAN bus network system
known as the Drivetrain CAN Bus Low (T17) and Drivetrain CAN Bus High (T14).
Hard wired directly into the 20 pin connector is an Engine Speed Signal on terminal 18 (varies - check wiring
diagram). The hard input is the priority line for engine RPM data. It is a key parameter for the slip control
feature of the forward and reverse clutch. The Engine RPM data that the TCM receives over the CAN bus is a
redundancy (back-up) signal. Terminal 6 is the K line to the DLC.
Terminals 13, 19 and 20 are inputs to the TCM from the Tiptronic Console Shifter.
Terminal 5 is connected to the Shift Lock Solenoid

Terminals 4 and 7 connect to the PNP Relay
Terminals 9 and 10 are power
Terminal 8 is ground
Figure 2

LATE TCM TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM
17 14 9
5
20
13 8
2
19 16 12 4
1
18 11 7
3
15 10 6

PNP
P
R
N
D
S
K Diagnostic Line
TIPTRONIC
9 10 6 8 1814 17 7 4 131920 5
N88 N216 N215
EPCV 1 Shift
SV1 EPCV 2 Lock
Pressure Pressure
Sender 2
G194 G193
Sender 1
G93
TFT
TCM
G182 G195 G196 F125

ISS OSS TRS
TRANSMISSION Copyright © 2008 ATSG
Figure 3

MULTITRONIC ® TCM COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
20 or 25 PIN COMPACT CONNECTOR
17 14 9
20 13 8
5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor (G93)
2 10 11 12 13 14 15 (The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor is
19 16 12 4 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
1 24 25 located inside the TCM)
18 11 7
3
15 10 6
Output RPM Senders 1 and 2

(G195 and G196)
Multifunction Transmission
Range Sensor
TEMIC
311 070 75
318 959.16
(F125)
Hydraulic Pressure Sender 1

“Transducer Signal” Plug In Contact for
Clutch Pressure Pressure Control Solenoid 1
(G193) (N215)
Hydraulic Pressure Sender 2 Plug In Contact for

“Transducer Signal” Pressure Control Solenoid 2
Contact Pressure (N216)
(G194) Input RPM Sender
Plug In Contact for (G1982)
Shift Control Solenoid (N88)
Located inside the Multitronic® unit is the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Incorporated into the
TCM are two hydraulic pressure transducers. Also incorporated into the unit are Hall Effect Sensors used for
RPM readings and manual valve selection. The TCM uses robust plug-in gooseneck connectors to snap into
the three solenoids that are fitted into the valve body housing. This special electrical feature of the TCM
being integrated into the transmission eliminates the need for wiring. This allows the unit to be impervious
to electromagnetic interference and with the Hall Effect sensors being free of mechanical wear, the
durability and reliability of the TCM’s system increases significantly.
As a result of this integrated system, testing of the solenoids and RPM signals can not be accomplished with
the use of a scope or DVOM. A scan tool will need to be used to observe its data stream.
The TCM is connected to a CAN bus system through its 20/25 pin compact connector where information is
exchanged over the network between the ECM and ABS control module. The TCM receives data rom the
ECM such as, but not limited to; the Engine speed signal, cruise control, coolant temperature, accelerator
pedal position, kickdown information, brake switch information, intake air temp, altitude information and
AC compressor status. The TCM also receives data from the ABS control module such as but not limited to;
individual wheel speed signals and ABS activity.
Figure 4
THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE J217

HALL EFFECT SENSORS
OUTPUT RPM SENDERS 1 AND 2

(G195 and G196)
TEMIC
311 070 75
318 959.16
INPUT RPM SENDER

(G1982)
The RPM Hall Effect Sensors are mounted in the TCM and reach past the valve body. The Input RPM
sensor reads a signal off of a sender wheel containing 40 equally spaced magnets. This registers the rotation
speed of pulley set 1 (the drive pulley) which represents actual transmission input speed. It is used together
with engine speed data for clutch control.
Output RPM Sender 1 and Sender 2 reads a signal off of a sender wheel containing 32 equally spaced
magnets. Output RPM Sender 1 registers the rotation speed of pulley set 2 (the driven pulley) to be used as
output speed. Transmission output speed is used for transmission control, slip control and for a hill-hold
function.
The positions of Sender 1 and 2 is offset so that the phase angles of the senders are 25% out of phase with
one another. This allows Sender 2 to be used to recognize forward or reverse rotation. If the signal from the
Output Sender 1 is lost, the output speed will be determined by sender 2.
If both fail, a substitute value is generated from the information available from the wheel speeds across the
CAN bus.
With any combination of output speed data failure, the hill-hold feature is eliminated.
Figure 5


RANGE SENSOR/HALL EFFECT SENSORS &
TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
MULTIFUNCTION TRANSMISSION
TEMIC
RANGE SENSOR
311 070 75
318 959.16
(F125)
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor (G93)

(The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor is
located inside the TCM)
The Multifunction Transmission Range Sensor has four Hall Effect Sensors which are controlled by a
magnetic gate located in the rooster comb area of the selector shaft. The signals from the sensors are
interpreted in the same way as the positions of mechanical switches either open or closed. With 4 sensors, 16
total open and closed combinations can be obtained. 6 combinations are used to inform the TCM of a Park,
Reverse, Neutral and Drive manual valve selection as well as intermediate movement positions from Park
to Reverse and a Reverse to Neutral to Drive movement. The other 10 possible combinations are reserved as
being faulty.
The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor is integrated into the circuit board inside the TCM. It records
the temperature of the TCM aluminum mounting frame which is in close proximity to the actual fluid
temperature.
Transmission oil temperature influences clutch control and transmission input speed control and adaptation
functions. If the fluid temperature sensor fails, engine temperature is used to calculate a substitute value.To
protect the transmission, engine performance will be reduced gradually until the engine is at idle.
Figure 6


PRESSURE SENDERS
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
Pressure Sender 1 registers SENDER 1
clutch pressure of the forward “TRANSDUCER SIGNAL”
TEMIC
and reverse clutches and is CLUTCH PRESSURE
311 070 75
318 959.16
used to monitor clutch (G193)
function. This clutch pressure
monitoring has a high priority
so malfunction of this sender
usually causes the failsafe
valve to be activated. The
safety valve is activated by
Shift Control Solenoid N88.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SENDER 2

“TRANSDUCER SIGNAL”
CONTACT PRESSURE
(G194)
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SENDER 1

FEED CIRCUIT
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
SENDER 2
FEED CIRCUIT
Pressure Sender 2 registers

contact pressure which is
regulated by a torque sensor. It
is used to control clutch slip
based on torque input.
Therefore, contact pressure
will be proportional to input
torque. If this sender fails, the
slip control adaptation is
deactivated. Slip torque is then
controlled by means of stored
values.
Figure 7


SOLENOIDS
PLUG IN CONTACT FOR

PRESSURE CONTROL
SOLENOID 1
TEMIC
311 070 75
318 959.16
(N215)
The TCM calculates nominal
clutch pressure from inputs
such as Engine RPM, PLUG IN CONTACT FOR
Transmission Input Speed, PRESSURE CONTROL
SOLENOID 2
Accelerator Pedal Position, (N216)
Engine Torque, Brake Signal
and Transmission Fluid Temp.
From these parameters the
TCM controls the current to PLUG IN CONTACT FOR
Pressure Control Solenoid 1. SHIFT CONTROL SOLENOID (N88)
Pressure Control Solenoid 2

influences the position of the
Hydraulic Reduction Valve
which controls the Variator PRESSURE LIMITING VALVE 1
(Pulley Pressure) for ratio
changes.
PRESSURE CONTROL
The Shift Control Solenoid is SOLENOID 1
used to control the cooling (N215)
valve and the safety valve.
SOLENOIDS MEASURE
4.5 TO 5.5 OHMS
PRESSURE CONTROL
SOLENOID 2
(N216)
SHIFT CONTROL SOLENOID (N88)
Figure 8

VALVE BODY VALVE IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION
VOLUMETRIC FLOW
RATE LIMITING SAFETY VALVE
VALVE
MANUAL VALVE
REDUCTION VALVE
PRESSURIZING VALVE
MINIMUM PRESSURE VALVE CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE
PRESSURE CONTROL
CLUTCH COOLING VALVE SOLENOID 1
PILOT PRESSURE VALVE
PRESSURE CONTROL
SOLENOID 2
SHIFT
CONTROL
SOLENOID
Figure 9


EXTERNAL CIRCUITS & COMPONENTS
CAN Shift Starter Reverse K-Diag Shift

Bus Indicator Relay Light Conn. Lock
Wires Light Relay Solenoid
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Transmission Control Module
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 25
Typical Wiring
Ignition Power (will vary)
through a
PRNDS
15 Amp Fuses Tiptronic Switch
Engine Control Module
Power and ground are supplied through the vehicle harness that plugs into its 25 pin connector. The TCM
operates several external relays through this harness as well as the Shift Lock Solenoid. It has dedicated
lines to send a road speed signal and receive an engine speed signal. It also interfaces with other
computers on the CAN network.
Figure 10

CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN) INTERFACE
Information Sent by the

Motronic Engine Control
Module (J220) to (and evaluated by)
the Transmission Control
Module (J217)
Engine Speed
Specified Idling speed
Information Sent by Actual Engine Torque
the Transmission Control Coolant Temperature
Module (J217) Kickdown Information
Accelerator Pedal Position
Specified Engine Torque Brake Light Switch
Specified Idling speed The Brake Vacuum Vent Valve
Enable Adaptation - Idling Speed Intake Air Temperature
Charge Regulation Cruise Control Speed (CCS) Status
Overrun Shut-Off Support CCS Specified Road Speed
Clutch Protection Altitude Information
Drivetrain CAN Bus Low
Clutch Status Air Conditioner Compressor Status

Clutch Torque Emergency Running Program
Drivetrain CAN Bus High
Gear Shift Operation - Active/Inactive (Information on Self-Diagnosis)

Compressor Switch Off
Selector Lever Position/Drive Position
Information Sent by the
Vehicle Road Speed
ABS Control Module with
Shift Indicator
EDL/ASR/ESP (J104) to
Currently Engaged Gear or
(and evaluated by) the
Target Gear
Transmission Control Module (J217)
Coding in the Motronic Engine
Control Module J220 ASR Request
Energy Running Program (Information EBC Request
on Self-Diagnosis) ABS Application
On-Board Diagnosis Status EDL Intervention
ESP Intervention
Wheel Speed, Front Left
Wheel Speed, Front Right
Wheel Speed, Rear Left
Wheel Speed, Rear Right
The Transmission Control Module (J217), sends information over the Controller Area Network (CAN), to
the Motronic® Engine Control Module (J220) and to the ABS Control Module (J104) for evaluation.
The ECM and ABS modules are the only modules the TCM interfaces with over the network. Signals that
travel between these three (3) modules are Engine Speed Signal, Shift Indicator Signal, Road Speed Signal,
Diagnosis and programming interface, Tiptronic Recognition Signal, Tiptronic Downshift Signal and
Tiptronic Upshift Signal. Copyright © 2008 ATSG
Figure 11

FAULT INDICATION
The fault is stored and a substitute program enables

continued operation of the vehicle with some
restrictions. The fault is not indicated to the driver,
since it is not critical with regard to safe operation
of the vehicle. However, the vehicle will not
PRNDS
operate properly. CATEGORY 1 - CODES
STORED NO DISPLAY CHANGE

continued operation of the vehicle with some
restrictions. The Selector Lever Position Indicator
also indicates the presence of a fault by inverting
the display. The situation is not critical for the safe
operation of the vehicle, however, the vehicle will
PRNDS
CATEGORY 2 - CODES
not operate properly. STORED DISPLAY INVERTED

continued operation of the vehicles with some
restrictions, at least until it stops. The Selector
Lever Indicator Lever indicates the presence of a
fault by flashing. This state is critical with regard to
safe vehicle operation. Therefore, driving the
PRNDS
CATEGORY 3 - CODES
vehicle is not recommended.
STORED DISPLAY INVERTED
AND FLASHING
When the Multitronic® system detects a fault, the selector lever position indicator in the instrument cluster
will inform the driver in one of three ways, depending on the type of fault. In some cases when the display is
flashing, vehicle operation will only be maintained until the next time the vehicle stops. The vehicle can no
longer be driven. In other cases, vehicle operation can be resumed by restarting the vehicle.

Figure 12

QUICK VAG TO OBDII CODE REFERENCE CHART
VAG CODE OBDII CODE BRIEF DESCRIPTION

16889 P0505 Idle speed control
16987 P0603 Control module faulty
P1689 P0605 Control module faulty
17087 P0703 Brake light switch circuit malfunction
17090 P0706 TRS implausible signal
17094 P0710 TFT sensor circuit malfunction
17095 P0711 TFT sensor implausible signal
17096 P0712 TFT signal too low
17097 P0713 TFT signal too high
17100 P0716 G182 RPM sensor implausible signal
17101 P0717 G182 RPM sensor no signal
17110 P0726 RPM signal from ECM implausible
17111 P0727 No RPM signal from ECM
17114 P0730 Wrong transmission ratio
17134 P0750 Solenoid N88 performance error
17137 P0753 Solenoid N88 circuit error
18031 P1623 No CAN communication
18112 P1704 Kickdown switch circuit error
18113 P1705 Gear ratio adaptation limit reached
18132 P1724 PN Position Switch shorted to ground
18137 P1729 PN Position Switch shorted to power
18141 P1733 Tiptronic switch shorted to ground
18148 P1740 Monitoring clutch temperature
18149 P1741 Clutch pressure adaptation limit reached
18150 P1742 Clutch torque adaptation limit reached
18151 P1743 Clutch slip too high
Figure 13

QUICK VAG TO OBDII CODE REFERENCE CHART
VAG CODE OBDII CODE BRIEF DESCRIPTION

18158 P1750 Power supply too low
18159 P1751 Power supply too high
18161 P1753 Tiptronic switch implausible signal
18162 P1754 Tiptronic switch open or shorted to power
18165 P1757 Power supply open circuit
18172 P1764 Monitoring clutch temperature
18173 P1765 G194 Sender 2 pressure adaptation limit reached
18181 P1773 G193 Sender 1 pressure signal too high
18183 P1775 G193 Sender 1 pressure adaptation limit reached
18169 P1761 Shift Lock Solenoid N110 shorted to ground
18185 P1777 G194 Sender 2 implausible signal
18194 P1786 Signal for back up light open circuit
18195 P1787 Signal for back up light shorted to ground
18196 P1788 Signal for back up light shorted to power
18198 P1790 TRS open circuit
18199 P1791 TRS shorted to ground
18200 P1792 TRS shorted to power
18203 P1795 Signal for road speed open circuit
18204 P1796 Signal for road speed shorted to ground
18205 P1797 Signal for road speed shorted to power
18221 P1813 Pressure control solenoid 1 N215 circuit malfunction
18226 P1818 Pressure control solenoid 2 N216 circuit malfunction
18249 P1841 ECM/TCM Mismatch
18258 P1850 No CAN Bus from ECM
18259 P1851 No CAN Bus from BCM
18262 P1854 TCM Data Bus Drive Faulty
18263 P1855 TCM CAN Bus open circuit
18265 P1857 Load signal error message from ECM
18269 P1861 TPS signal error message from ECM
18270 P1862 Missing message from Instrument Cluster

EXAMPLE OF MULTITRONIC® 01J SCANNER DISPLAY SCREENS
Measured Value Block Display group number Display fields Description
Measured Value Block 001 1 Brake light switch

2 Brake test switch
Bls.OFF.Bts.OFF PN active 0 km/h 3 Shift lock solenoid-N110-
4 Speed
Measured Value Block 002 1 Selector lever position
2 Hall sensor status of the
D 1 0 1 0 M switch 3 multi-function switch
3 Tiptronic recognition
4 Gear selected

2 Tiptronic recognition
D M switch not actuated Reverse 3 Upshift switch for Tiptronic
switch 4 Reverse switch for Tiptronic

2 Directional display
D Forward 70 RPM 70 RPM 3 Output speed 1
4 Output speed 2

2 Park/Neutral position ON/OFF
D Terminal 50 OFF 13.6V 3 Back-ip light ON/OFF
4 Supply terminal voltage
Measured Value Block 006 1

2
P 0.470 A 0.265 A 0.000 A 3 Can be ignored
4
Measured Value Block 007 1 Engine RPM
2 Transmission input RPM
760 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM AS 3 Transmission output RPM
4 Synchronous flag
Measured Value Block 008 1 Accelerator pedal value

2 Actual transmission output
62% 310 RPM 2480 RPM 3240 RPM RPM
3 Specified transmission input
RPM
4 Actual transmission input
RPM
Measured Value Block 009 1 Accelerator pedal value
2 Kick-down switch
100% Kickdown 234 Nm 6500 RPM 3 Actual engine torque
4 Engine RPM

Measured Value Block 010 1 Adaptation of clutch curve

driving forward
0.25 A ADP. O.K. 72°C 387 Nm 2 Adaptation of starting from
stop characteristics driving
forward
3 Transmission fluid
temperature
4 Specified clutch value
Measured Value Block 011 1 Adaptation of clutch curve

backing up
0.25 A ADP. O.K. 72°C 387 Nm 2 Adaptation of starting from
stop characteristics backing
up
3 Transmission fluid
temperature
4 Specified clutch value

2
0.5 A 0.81 A 0.28 A 3 Can be ignored at this time
4
Measured Value Block 013 1 Clutch pressure
2 MF pressure
8.1 bar 3.2 bar 72°C 89°C 3 Transmission fluid
temperature
4 Coolant temperature

2
0.28 A 0.81 A 0.28 A 0.75 A 3 Can be ignored at this time
4

2
0.91 A 0.813 A 3 bar 3 bar 3 Can be ignored at this time
4

2
12.22 2.6 83 2.77 3 Can be ignored at this time
4
Measured Value Block 017 1 Accelerator Pedal Value

2 Engine RPM
0 % 800 RPM 20 Nm 12 Nm 3 Engine Torque
4 Specified clutch torque
(clutch 1)


2
8.1 bar 129 Nm 3.2 bar 0.098 A 3 Can be ignored at this time
4

2
8.1 bar 0.12 A A/C compressor ON 3 Can be ignored at this time
4
Measured Value Block 020 1 Engine RPM

2 Specified Engine RPM at idle
800 RPM 800 RPM 800 RPM 3 Specified transmission RPM
at idle
4

2
90 Nm 79 Nm 90 Nm 1399 Nm/sec 3 Can be ignored at this time
4
Figure 17

MULTITRONIC® 01J SPECIFICATIONS
Designation: multitronic® 01J

Factory designation: VL 30
Code: DZN
Maximum Transferable Torque: Maximum 229 lbs-ft (310 Nm)
Range of Ratios of the Variator: 2:40:1 to 0.40:1
Spread: 6
Ratio of Auxiliary Reduction Gear Step: 51/46 = 1.109:1
Final Drive Ratio: 43/9 = 4.778:1
Operating Pressure of Oil Pump: MAXIMUM approximately 870 PSI (6000kPa)
ATF for multitronic®: G 052 180 A2
Axle Oil for multitronic®: G 052 190 A2
Fluid Quantities:
ATF new filling: 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters)
ATF change: 4.8 quarts (4.5 liters)
Axle Oil: 1.4 quarts (1.3 liters)
Gross Weight (without flywheel): 194 lbs (88 kg)
Overall Length: 24” (610mm)
Seal and gasket kit: 01J.OHK01

Forward frictions and steel: 01J.CK01
Reverse frictions and steels: 01J.FRK51 - 01J.STK51
Internal filter: 01J.FIL01
Tool kit: 01J.TOOL01

AUDI 01J
DELAYED FORWARD ENGAGEMENT/SHUDDER ON TAKE OFF
COMPLAINT: Some Audi A4 or A6 vehicles equipped with an 01J continuously variable transmission may
exhibit a delayed engagement into drive and/or a shudder on take off.
CAUSE: This type of CVT does not use a torque converter. Therefore it must rely on the computer’s
ability to slip the forward or reverse clutch on and off during engagements, take off and
coming to a stop driving conditions. As a result, clutch clearance and the related hydraulic
circuits are critical for proper clutch apply and release slip control operation. If the clearance
is excessive or the hydraulic circuit develops a marginal leak, clutch control becomes
compromised causing a delay and/or shudder on take off. Another feature that may be lost if
the clutch system has been compromised is the “hill holder function.” If the vehicle rolls back
when standing on a slope with only light pressure applied to the brake, the clutch pressure is
increased to immobilize the vehicle. If the clutch clearance is to excessive or there is a leak in
the circuit, this feature will be lost which is a clue to a system malfunction.
A clutch relearn procedure or a computer reflash will need to be performed after all work has
been completed in order to restore proper clutch control operation.
CORRECTION: Once the transmission is removed, the forward clutch assembly can be inspected by
removing the front cover (Figure 1).
There are (14) # 45 torx cover retaining bolts. The input shaft, forward clutch and planetary
assembly will come out as an assembly as the input shaft is pressed into a bearing in the cover
and held into place with a snap ring behind the front seal.
Remove the front seal (1), retaining snap ring (2) and forward clutch feed pipe (27) then
carefully press the input shaft, forward clutch and planetary assembly (25) from the cover (3)
as seen in Figure 2. Be sure to fully support the cover during this pressing operation as it is
very easy to snap the cover.
Once the assembly has been removed from the cover, the forward clutch assembly can be
inspected (13 & 14). The planetary assembly is integral to the forward drum and can not be
disassembled.
Inspect the forward clutch piston seals and sealing surfaces. The outer seal (10) on the
forward clutch piston (9) seals inside the pressure plate (11). The inner seal is located on the
input shaft which consists of an inner o'ring (18) and outer Teflon ring (17) and seals against
the inside of the pressure plate (11). Both the seals and sealing surfaces are critical for proper
operation. Some kits contain a new forward clutch piston with the outer seal installed.
There are two sealing rings on the forward clutch feed pipe (27), an o'ring (26) and a split ring
(28). These too are critical sealing areas for the forward clutch hydraulic circuit. The sealing
area for the split ring is located in the entrainment pump inside the transmission and should
not be grooved. If it is, the entrainment pump will need to be replaced (See Figure 3).

AUDI 01J
CORRECTION: To gain access to the entrainment pump, the drive and driven pulley set called the variator
will need to be removed. This will require removing the differential (Figure 1), back cover
(Figures 1 and 4), the valve body and the variator case cover.
When the valve body is removed, there will be 5 small pipe seals, 1 larger pipe seal and 2
speed sender wheels (See Figure 4). These speed sender wheels are not to be mistaken for oil
seals which are then popped off with a hammer and screw driver. If you distort these speed
sender wheels they will need to be replaced. These speed senders have magnetic strips in
them that provide a rotation signal to hall affect sensors built into the TCM. Any distortion of
the sender wheel will cause various transmission complaints including delayed
engagements, shudder on take off and a loss of the hill holding feature. Some kits have
mistakenly thought these were just oil seals and had aftermarket sources make them without
magnets and when used there is a complete loss of a speed signal. Some kits that have the
right sender wheels will usually have them in their own separate bag for protection along
with installation instructions.
Once the pipe seals and the speed sender wheels are removed the variator case cover can be
unbolted and removed from the main case.
With the differential out of the main case, remove the pinion shaft oil seal as seen in Figure 5.
After the seal has been removed, there is a retainer spacer that must be carefully lifted out of
place Figure 5). This retainer is not serviced separately so you must be careful not to distort it
during removal as it must be reused during assembly. Once the retainer is removed, the
retaining snap ring can be removed (Figure 5).
The variator is now ready to be removed. To do so will require a metal brace and hand pump
press. With the metal brace acting as a support, place the press between the support brace and
pinion gear. Slowly press the shaft out of the case while another person carefully guides the
variator assembly from the main case (See Figure 6).
With the variator assembly removed, the entrainment pump becomes accessible for removal
and replacement (See Figure 7).
There is another very critical seal in the forward clutch circuit that will need to be replaced. It
is located on the forward clutch feed pipe that runs from the valve body and fits into the
entrainment as seen in Figure 8.
To reassemble the variator assembly into the main case, carefully slide it into position as far
as possible. With a treaded rod, screw it into the tip of the pinion shaft from the differential
cavity. Slide a sleeve over the threaded rod and screw a nut onto the threaded rod. With a
wrench, slowly tighten the nut pulling the pinion shaft into place while an assistant us
carefully guiding the variator assembly into the case as it is being pulled in (See Figure 9).
Before the assembly is all the way in, loosen the nut and pull back on the sleeve and place the
snap ring and the retainer spacer into position. Then begin to tighten the nut allowing the
sleeve to guide both the snap ring and retainer into position.

AUDI 01J
CORRECTION: Setting up the forward clutch:
As mentioned previously, clutch clearance is critical. Originally these units come with a six
friction stack up. There was an update that increased the stack up to 7 friction trapezoid
design plates. The part number for this repair kit was ZAW 398 001 which was to be
accompanied with a TCM re-flash using CD ROM part number 8E0 906 961J.
This service was superceded with buying a package that consisted of the front cover,
planetary and forward drum all assembled and ready for instillation and could only be
purchased with the use of a Vehicle Identification Number. Once assembled, a factory re-
flash procedure needed to be performed.
This has changed back again. Now the 7 friction stack up can be purchased separately as well
as selective steel plates and backing plates to adjust clutch clearance. Part numbers are listed
under “Service Information.”
Assemble the drum completely. Once the forward clutch is re-assembled, a suitable tool or
part number VW 416b must be used to push down on the pressure plate by a second
technician as seen in Figure 10.
Using part number T40102 or equivalent .058” feeler gauges, move the two feeler gauges
back and forth to complete a full 360º circle beneath the pressure as the arrows in figure 10
illustrates.
The entire circular area needs to be inspected. The two feeler gauges MUST always move
freely without any resistance whatsoever. If the gauges can not freely move around the
pressure plate the forward clutch stack up will need to be adjusted by changing the selected
shims.
It is essential to obtain a successful 0.058” even clearance (or slightly tighter) all the way
around the pressure plate otherwise problems will be encountered when driving off from a
standstill.
After repairs, it is still recommended to update transmission control module software. A

failure to do so could lead to transmission failure as the software update enhances pressure
control and clutch control strategies. There is also a drive cycle shift adapt relearn procedure
that has been know to work well when the clutch clearance has been made slightly tighter
than original specifications.
Drive Cycle Shift Adapt Relearn Procedure (Per Audi):

Warning:
Observe all workplace and vehicle lift safety guidelines in order to reduce the risk of serious
personal injury or death.
Note:
Never operate the vehicle without ATF. Do not exceed 35 mph while operating the vehicle on
the lift.
AUDI 01J
CORRECTION: If just the clutch plates are replaced (the nose pulled but trans not completely rebuilt), the ATF
must be flushed by performing the following steps:
1. Drive the vehicle onto a lift and ensure that the vehicle is secure to the lift.
2. Raise the vehicle until all 4 wheels are approximately 8 Inches off the ground. Ensure that
all 4 wheels rotate freely.
3. In Tiptronic mode, shift from first to top gear and accelerate moderately after each shift.
4. Shift the transmission back down into first gear.
5. Carefully apply the brake pedal in order to stop the wheels from rotating.
6. With the brake pedal firmly applied, shift the transmission into R.
7. Release the brake pedal and moderately accelerate to approximately 12 mph.
8. Carefully apply the brake pedal in order to stop the wheels from rotating.
9. Return the gear lever to D and repeat steps 3 through 8 five times.
10. Place the gearshift lever into P and turn the engine off.
11. Change the ATF by using a suitable fill pump device, fill the transmission with VAS 5162
Audi CVT fluid (part # G 052 180 A2 for 1 liter) through the fill hole located at the bottom of
the main case until fluid begins to overflow (approximately 7.5 to 8 liters). Engage the
transmission with the wheels off the ground and top off the fluid before placing the vehicle on
the ground for a road test.
12. Repeat steps 3 through 11 a second time.
Now adapt the Transmission Control Module (TCM):
1. Confirm that the ATF is at a minimum 65ºC.

2. With the ATF at a minimum 65ºC, carefully operate the vehicle in an open space (clear of
traffic and obstacles).
3. Shift vehicle into D.
4. Drive forward at part load approximately 10 meters (33 feet), then apply brake pedal to a
stop and continue to apply brake pedal for approximately 10 seconds.
5. Shift vehicle into R.
6. Release brake pedal.
7. Drive backwards at part toad approximately 10 meters (33 feet), then apply brake pedal to
a stop and continue to apply brake pedal for approximately 10 seconds.
8. Repeat steps 1- 7 (alternating between D and R) five times.
9. Compteted adaptions can be viewed in MVB 10 and 11, position 2 with factory scan tool or
VAG-COM.
SERVICE INFORMATION:
Program the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with flash CD Part # 8E0-906-961 J
FWD Clutch 7 Friction Update Kit................................................................. 01J-398-944

FWD Clutch Selective Plate Set..................................................................... 01J-398-941
Reverse Clutch Set......................................................................................... 01J-398-241
Reverse Clutch Selective Plate Set................................................................. 01J-398-139
Entrainment Pump......................................................................................... 01J-301-515 K

AUDI 01J
SERVICE INFORMATION:
Forward Clutch Feed Pipe (Inside FWD Drum).............................................. 01J-323- 530 G
Forward Clutch Piston with seal..................................................................... 01J-323-929 A
Forward Clutch Pressure Plate....................................................................... 01J-323-945
Large Tube Seal.............................................................................................. 01J -301-547 A
Small Tube Seal.............................................................................................. 01J- 301- 547 F
Input Speed Sender Wheel.............................................................................. 01J -331- 291 F
Output Speed Sender Wheel........................................................................... 01J -331-191 B
Valve Body Cover Gasket (Metal).................................................................. 01J-301- 475 A
Front Seal....................................................................................................... 012-311-113 B
Set of 4 Circlips (Behind front seal)................................................................ 01J-398- 941 A
Front Cover.................................................................................................... 01J-323- 259 G
Front Cover Gasket........................................................................................ 01J-301-461 B
Forward Clutch Feeler Gauge Set................................................................... T40102

Forward Clutch Press Tube............................................................................ VW 416B
Press Kit................................................................................................. ATSG-01J Tool Kit*
* ATSG is the exclusive North and South America Dealer for this aftermarket tool kit.
Tool Kit includes:
Hand Held Press

Pinion Shaft Nut Tool
Pinion Shaft Puller
Release Oil Screw
Differential Seal Assembly Tool
Seal Assembly Tool
Input Speed Sender Puller
Pinion Shaft Disassembly Tool
Input Shaft Nut Tool
Pinion Shaft Assembly Tool
Sometimes Dealers will sell special tools to the aftermarket. At the time of printing this
information, you can call Audi’s Equipment Solutions for the required CVT tool package at
1-800-892-9650. This is their tool package which is different than what ATSG offers.

AUDI 01J
Differential
check and fill plug
When removed, the front cover When removed, the differential cover If the Entrainment pump
gains access to the forward clutch gains access to the pinion shaft seal. needs to be serviced, the rear
and reverse clutch assemblies. Behind the seal is a retainer spacer cover, TCM, valvebody and
The planetary assembly is ring around a snap ring which needs to pulley case cover will need to
integral to the forward drum and be removed to press out the drive and be removed. Care must be
is pressed into the cover with a driven pulley assembly should any taken to not mistaken the
retaining snap ring located service to the Entrainment pump or sender wheels as seals. These
behind the front seal. pulley assembly is needed. must be removed with care.
Differential
The front differential in the transmission receives approximately 1.3 liters of SAE75 W90 synthetic fluid and
is filled through the check plug as seen above. The vehicle must be driven to heat the gear oil to
approximately 60°C. Allow the vehicle to sit for 5 minutes giving the gear oil time to settle. Remove the plug
and using a piece of wire, the fluid level must be approximately 8.5mm below the fill hole. Top off as
necessary and tighten plug to 20 Nm. It is recommended that a new plug replace the old. It is very common to
find differentials overheated and destroyed as a result of low levels. It seems that the baffling around the
differential makes it difficult to get an accurate reading. Of course Audi’s awkward procedure for checking
the gear oil level doesn’t help any either.
Figure 1
2
Forward Clutch
Drum Assembly
3
17
18
19
20
21
4
22
5 9 23
6 24
10
11
25
7
12
13
14
1 FRONT SEAL
2 RETAINING SNAP RING (Selective) 13
26
3 FRONT COVER-REV. PISTON HOUSING ASSEMBLY 14
4 FRONT BEARING
5 FRONT BEARING SNAP RING RETAINER 13
6 MOLDED REVERSE PISTON APPLY 14
7 REVERSE PISTON DIAPHRAGM RETURN SPRING
8 DIAPHRAGM RETURN SPRING SNAP RING RETAINER 13
9 FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON 14
10 FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON SEALING RING (Teflon)
27
11 FORWARD CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE 13
12 SELECTIVE UPPER APPLY PLATE
14
13 FORWARD CLUTCH FIBER PLATE (6 or 7)
14 FORWARD CLUTCH STEEL PLATE (6 or 7) 13
15 SELECTIVE APPLY PLATE (LOWER) 14
16 FORWARD CLUTCH WAVE PLATE
17 FWD CLUTCH PISTON SEALING RING (Teflon on input shaft)
18 FWD CLUTCH PISTON SEALING RING (O’ring under Teflon) 28
19 RETAINING SNAP RING 15
20 RETAINING SNAP RING SEAT
21 OIL DIVIDER (Disburses cooling oil to clutches) 16
22 FWD CLUTCH PISTON DIAPHRAGM RETURN SPRING
23 DIAPHRAGM RETURN SPRING SEAT
24 COVER PLATE
25 FORWARD CLUTCH DRUM AND PLANETARY ASSEMBLY
26 FORWARD CLUTCH PIPE O’RING
27 FORWARD CLUTCH PIPE
28 FORWARD CLUTCH PIPE SPLIT SEALING RING Copyright © 2008 ATSG
Figure 2
Split sealing ring on

the forward clutch
pipe seals inside the
entrainment pump
Clad Seal for

shoulder on
planetary Assy

Figure 3
Early Cover View Late Cover View
All pipe seals Pipe

the lip faces Seal
outward. Pipe
Seal
FWD
Clutch
Output Wheel Pipe
Speed Sender Seal
Pipe Input Wheel

Pipe Seal Speed Sender
Seal

Figure 4
Remove Pinion Seal.
Remove the Retainer Spacer

from around the inner snap ring
being careful not to distort it as
it will need to be reused. This
part is not yet serviced separately.
Remove the inner snap ring.

Figure 5
Support Bracket Hydraulic Jack

Figure 6
A view of the entrainment pump on the

forward clutch drum feed pipe side.
Forward clutch feed pipe in

Forward Clutch Drum
Figure 7
A view of the entrainment pump on the

forward clutch feed pipe valve body side.
Forward clutch feed pipe from valve body
O’ring must be replaced.

Figure 8
Threaded Rod screwed Sleeve slides over

into the Pinion Gear the Pinion Gear

Figure 9
Tool VW 416b or equivalent
T40102 or equivalent
V/T
40
.058” feeler gauges
10
2C
I/M
A
V/T4
010
2C
I/MA
With an assistant providing pressure to center top tool,

use the .058” feeler gauges in a half circular motion
with each hand to ensure a full 360º even clearance.

Figure 10
Forward Clutch Drum
Assembly Update
Forward clutch updated assembly setup:
As mentioned previously, clutch clearance is critical. Originally these units come with a six friction stack up. There
was an update that increased the stack up to 7 friction trapezoid design plates. The 7 friction update is for 4 cylinder
diesel or larger engines, the previous 6 friction assembly still applies to 4 cylinder 2.0 or smaller gas engines with
trapezoid plates. The part numbers for the tools to set up the forward clutch are (seen in figure 1);
Assembly tool .............T10219/1
4 Calipers.................... T40101
2 Rulers....................... T40100
Digital depth gauge......VAS 6087
Align all the clutch and steel plate notches evenly, with the wave plate on the bottom of the stack-up for measuring
purposes only, assemble the drum completely. Once the forward clutch drum is re-assembled, a suitable tool or part
number T10219/1 should be placed under the drum during end play measurements see figure 2.
Place all 4 Calipers spaced evenly, onto the Selective upper apply plate seen in figure 3. Place two of the Rulers one
each onto two of the four Calipers. With the Digital depth gauge placed flat onto the two rulers, measure to the top or
the Selective Upper Apply plate, measurements should be taken in four locations. Calculate the average of all four
measurements, (total all 4 values and divide by 4) and this will be called measurement “A”.
Next with the two rulers still in place measure to the top of the Thrust plate contact surface shown in figure 4.
Measurements should be taken on both sides of the shaft. Move the two rulers 90 degrees and repeat measurements.
Calculate the average of all four measurements, and this will be called measurement”B” (see figure 4). Subtract
measurement “A” from “B” this will be calculation “K”.
This same procedure must be performed with the forward clutch piton using only two calipers with one ruler taking
measurements in 3 places (figure 5). Subtract measurement “A” from “B” this will be calculation “D”.
Total Air Gap (endplay) measurement will be the difference between Calculated measurement “K” & “D”. Using the
chart below, determine the proper Selective disc to achieve the correct Air Gap measurement.
Air Gap specified value:1.4 + 0.2 mm 6 Disc 1.8 + 0.2 mm 7 Disc
Available Upper & Lower adjustment discs (thickness in mm)
1.90 2.15 2.65 2.90 3.15
The last step is to reassemble the forward clutch assembly with the Waved disc above the Selective Lower Apply
disc seen in figure 6.
T10219/1 T40101
T40100 VAS 6087
Figure 1
Forward Clutch Drum Assembly Update

FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON
SELECTIVE UPPER APPLY PLATE
All Fiber & Steel Plate Notches

Aligned Evenly w/Wave Plate On
Bottom Only During Endplay Measurements
SELECTIVE LOWER APPLY PLATE
FORWARD CLUTCH WAVE PLATE
T10219/1

Figure 2
T40100 VAS 6087
Place 2 Rulers 1 Each Onto

T40101 2 Of The 4 Calipers
With A Digital Depth Gauge
Measure From Top Of Rulers
To Top Of Selective Upper Apply Plate
(measurements should be
Place All 4 Calipers Onto taken in 4 locations then rulers should
Selective Upper Apply Plate be moved 90 degrees and repeat)
(spaced evenly)
Measurement “A”
(calculate average of four measurements)
Figure 3

Measurement “B”
(calculate average of four measurements)
Place 2 Rulers 1 Each Onto

2 Of The 4 Calipers
With Digital Depth Gauge
Measure From Top Of Rulers
To Top Of Thrust Plate Contact Surface
(measurements should be taken
on both side of shaft then rulers should
be moved 90 degrees and repeat)
Calculation “K”
Subtract Calculated Measurement “A” From “B”
To Obtain Clutch Distance “K”

Figure 4

(use 2 calipers)
Place 1 Ruler Onto 2 Calipers
Measure From Top Of The Ruler
To Top Of The Forward
Piston Upper Running Surface
(move ruler120 degrees and repeat
for a total of 3 measurements)
Place 1 Ruler Onto 2 Calipers

Measure From Top Of The Ruler
To Top Of The Forward
Piston Lower Running Surface
(move ruler120 degrees and repeat
for a total of 3 measurements)
Measurement “A”
(calculate average of three measurements)
Measurement “B”
(calculate average of three measurements)
Subtract Calculated Measurement “A” From “B”

To Obtain Clutch Distance “D”
Figure 5

FINAL FORWARD DRUM ASSEMBLY
SELECTIVE UPPER APPLY PLATE
FORWARD CLUTCH FIBER PLATE
FORWARD CLUTCH STEEL PLATE
FORWARD CLUTCH WAVE PLATE
SELECTIVE LOWER APPLY PLATE
FORWARD DRUM

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01J PINION SHAFT PART

DESCRIPTION G01J01
NUT TOOL No.
01J PINION SHAFT

DESCRIPTION
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01J RELEASE OIL

DESCRIPTION
SCREW TOOL
PART No. G01J03
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01J DIFFERENTIAL SEAL PART

DESCRIPTION G01J04
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01J SEAL ASSEMBLY

DESCRIPTION
TOOL
PART No. G01J05
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01J INPUT SPEED

DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTION G01J07
DISASSEMBLY TOOL No.
01J INPUT SHAFT PART

DESCRIPTION G01J08
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DESCRIPTION G01J09
ASSEMBLY TOOL No.

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THE AUDI MULTITRONIC 01J CVT

THE 01J MULTITRONIC®

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01J Basic Disassembly

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are used to excite Hall Affect Sensor built into the

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8. After removing all tube seals and sensor wheels the

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at its largest wrap in the secondary pulley as seen in

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Forward Clutch 2. Remove the corrugated washer as seen in figure 3.

Sealing ring and sealing ring This selective shim

Piston Pressure Plate

Sealing ring and sealing ring surfaces shown in figure 2

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This selective shim

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At the time of this printing, these parts are no longer

When the unit is assembled, a factory re-flash

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Split sealing ring

Clad Seal for

Split sealing ring

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18. While compressing the clutch pack by hand