Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Adjusting selector mechanism Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Selector lever jig -3421-

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-   Note t  The following points are essential to ensure correct adjustment of selector mechanism: t  Moving parts of selector mechanism and elements transferring force must be in proper condition. t  Selector mechanism must move freely. t  Gearbox, clutch and clutch mechanism must also be in proper condition. l  Gearbox must be in neutral.

–  Loosen clamp -arrow-. Selector rod/gate lever connection must move freely. –  Pull selector lever cover off centre console. –  Remove rubber cover, if fitted.

–  Loosen bolts -1- and -2-. –  Push stop on right side down completely -direction of arrow-. –  Now tighten bolt -1- again.

–  Push selector lever into 5th gear gate -in direction of arrow- and fit selector lever jig. –  Jig must not cant.

–  Push selector lever into gate for 3rd and 4th gear -direction of arrow-, engaging in selector lever jig. –  Align selector rod with gate lever.   Note Ensure that no gear is engaged in gearbox (neutral position).

–  Tighten clamp -arrow-. Do not tension parts. –  Remove selector lever jig. –  Operate clutch. –  Engage reverse gear.

–  Loosen bolt -1-.   Note The left side stop will then be pushed down -direction of arrow-. –  Now tighten bolts -1- and-2- again. –  Move selector lever out of reverse gear gate.