09G Clutch Drum 2003, used and ready to install. Fits the 09G. Ships fast from the USA.
A VW or Audi with the 09G six-speed that will not move forward, moves only some of the time, or flares in the lower gears while reverse still works is pointing at the K1 clutch. This is a used OEM K1 clutch drum for the 09G (Aisin TF-60SN), 2003 and later, the version with the lug type piston, catalogued as 265552AA. It is the drum for the clutch that works in first through fourth gear.
The 09G uses three rotating clutches (K1, K2, K3) and two brakes (B1, B2). In the Sonnax application chart for the TF-60SN, K1 is applied in Drive first, second, third and fourth and in manual low, so this drum carries the load every time the car pulls away from a stop. The drum holds the K1 friction pack and its apply piston; when the valve body sends pressure, the piston clamps the pack and drives the geartrain. Sonnax notes that the clutch control solenoids on this family are pulsed off to apply their clutch, so a K1 problem can be electrical, hydraulic or mechanical.
A GEARS Magazine case on a Jetta with an 09G and intermittent no forward is the best lesson here. The car had every forward ratio code, yet line pressure was in spec during each event, the solenoids were commanded correctly and the valve body passed an air check. The K1 frictions and piston were fine too. The fault was the K1 drum itself: its center hub had separated from the outer drum, which only showed when the technician held the drum and turned the hub. So test pressure and solenoid commands with a scan tool first, then twist-test the old drum hub by hand. Our Aisin slipping under load guide and pressure testing guide walk through the checks.
This drum is listed for the 09G TF-60SN from 2003 on and uses the lug type piston. The TF-60SN family also goes by 09K and 09M, and Sonnax cautions that early and late units use different internal parts, so match the piston style, hub spline and friction count to your old drum before ordering. It is a used OEM part, so inspect the sealing ring surfaces and air-check it before installation. Unsure? Send your year and VIN, or a photo of your old drum, and we will confirm. Other 09G parts are under our Aisin transmission parts page.
Install new K1 frictions, steels and piston seals with the drum; the 09G master rebuild kit covers them. Soak the frictions, lubricate the seals, and air-check K1 after the pack is assembled so you see the piston stroke and release. Set clutch clearance to spec. Because a separated hub can hide until load is applied, twist the hub against the drum before installing this one as well. Fit a new filter and pan gasket from the 09G filter and gasket kit, refill with ATF meeting VW G 055 025, and set the level at the check plug with the engine running in the specified temperature window. Then perform the adaptation reset and drive cycle described in our adaptive relearn guide.
| Fits | 09G 2003 |
| Part type | Clutch Drum |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | OEM |
| Ships | From the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
It is the K1 drum, the 1-2-3-4 clutch. Sonnax charts K1 applied in Drive first through fourth and in manual low.
Most 2003 VW automatics in the US are the 01M four-speed, not the 09G. Confirm you have the six-speed 09G before ordering, or send your VIN and we will check.
No. It is a used OEM drum with the lug type piston. Inspect and air-check it before installation.
Yes. A documented 09G case traced intermittent no forward to the K1 drum hub separating from the outer drum after pressure, solenoids and valve body all tested good.
ATF meeting VW G 055 025, filled and checked at the level plug with the engine running at the specified fluid temperature.
