ML 320 (163.154) V6-3.2L (112.942) (1998)
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Shift Detent
Location/Task/Design/Function
Component Illustration
Location
The shift detent is integrated into the floor shift.
Task
Fixes the selector lever positions 4, 3, 2 and 1.
Design
The shift detent consists of a detent (67a) containing a spring loaded ball and the shift gate (67b) with 4 recesses arranged one under another.
Function
When the selector lever is moved between the positions 4, 3, 2 and 1, the shift detent (67a) engages in one of the 4 recesses in the shift gate (67b).
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R/P Lock
Location/Task/Design/Function
Component Illustration
Location
The R/P lock is located in the floor shift.
Task
Prevents unintentional shifts to the selector lever positions "R" and "P" at driving speeds in excess of approx. 10 km/h.
Design
The R/P lock consists of:
The cam (69b) which is rigidly connected to the shift shaft (66)
The lever (69a)