Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-

t  Removal wedge -3409-

t  Hose clip pliers -V.A.G 1275- –  First check whether a coded radio is fitted. If so, obtain anti-theft code. –  With ignition switched off, disconnect battery earth strap and remove battery with battery tray → Electrical system; Rep. gr.27. –  If the air cleaner is located behind the battery, it must be removed → Rep. gr.23 or → Rep. gr.24.

–  Remove circlip -1-. –  Take gear selector cable -2- off pin.

–  Separate cable locking mechanism on relay lever -3- from gate selector cable. –  Pull locking mechanism forward to stop in -direction of arrow 1- and then lock by turning to left in -direction of arrow 2-. –  Then push relay lever forwards (-in direction of arrow 3-).

–  Remove cable support bracket from gearbox -arrows-. Gearbox selector lever and relay lever with cable end-pieces are shown removed for clarity of illustration. –  Pry gaiter upwards out of centre console frame using removal lever -3409- → Chapter.

–  Then destroy clamp -arrow- and pull off gear knob with gaiter. –  If noise insulation is present, remove it. –  Remove centre console together with securing bracket → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68.

–  Remove nuts for selector housing from body -arrows-. –  If insulation tray is installed below engine and gearbox, remove it. –  Remove tunnel bridge and separate exhaust system → Rep. gr.26. –  Remove underbody panels → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50. –  Swing selector housing down and remove with selector cables.