volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Adjusting throttle cable > < Adjusting throttle cable - manual gearbox
4 cyl. carburetor engine, mechanics (1.5, 1.6 and 1.8 litre engine)
Servicing throttle controls - automatic gearbox
Servicing throttle controls - automatic gearbox
 
U20-0060

(Not vehicles with 2E2 carburettor)

Note:

  • ◆ Apply multi-purpose grease to all joints and sliding surfaces.
  • ◆ 08.75 ▸ the socket is pressed onto the throttle cable. If this cable is installed in older vehicles, a 2 mm slot must be made in the retainer at the gearbox. The Flexball cable was remplaced by a Bowden cable 11.79 ▸.
  • ◆ The Flexball cable has a varying resistance to bending. It is to be installed such that it can be easily bent to the required position. Ensure that it is not twisted on assembly.
 
U20-0060
  • Throttle cable
    • ◆ Adjusting
  • Accelerator pedal cable
    • ◆ Adjusting => page 20-29
  • Adjusting nuts, 10 Nm
  • Bracket
  • Throttle valve lever
  • Accelerator pedal stop
  • Accelerator pedal
  • Operating lever - gearbox
  • Gearbox bracket
  • Return spring
    • ◆ 09.79 ä in conjunction with weaker return spring at carburettor
  • Knurled nut

Adjusting throttle cable > < Adjusting throttle cable - manual gearbox