volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

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Spring for the reverse gear relay lever > < Gearbox breather relocation
5 speed manual Gearbox 020
Controls, Housing
TDC sensor adapter in clutch housing

The insertion depth of the TDC sensor must be matched to the size of the flywheel. There are therefore two adapters of different colours:

  • ‒ Green adapter - Part No.020 301 129D for 210 mm diameter clutch (installed in vehicles with 1.8 litre engine and in Caddy with all engine types).
  • ‒ White adapter - Part No. 020 301 129B/C for 190 or 200 mm diameter clutch (installed in vehicles with 1.5 and 1.6 litre engines - except Caddy).

It is essential to ensure that the correct adapter is used when changing a gearbox or converting the clutch.

Results of fitting the incorrect adapter:

1. White adapter - 210 mm clutch

    • ‒ The TDC sensor will be destroyed and the marks on the flywheel damaged. Parts of the TDC sensor will be found in the clutch housing.

2. Green adapter - 190 or 200 mm clutch

    • ‒ The tester will show either no indication or an inaccurate alternating one.

Spring for the reverse gear relay lever > < Gearbox breather relocation