Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
Shifter A/T: Service and Repair
Removing:
CAUTION!
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Before working on the electrical system, obtain radio security code and disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
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When reconnecting battery, always check operation of vehicle equipment such as radio, clock, and power windows according to Owner's Manual.
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Push down sleeve of selector lever handle.
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While depressing knob, remove selector lever handle by pulling up.
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Carefully pry off cover of shifter housing at left and right rear.
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Remove center console and arm rest if installed.
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Locking cable from shift mechanism locking lever, disconnecting.
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Cut cable tie -1- at selector lever housing.
CAUTION!
Do not damage wiring hamess.
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With screwdriver, carefully pry off retainer -2- for wiring and -3for connector from selector lever housing.
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Disconnect connectors -4- for shift lock solenoid and -5- for selector lever position display.
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Carefully pry off frame at four corners -6- and remove. Be careful not to damage contact spring for selector lever position display.
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Remove locking segment (2 bolts).
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Move selector lever to " 1".
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Remove retaining bracket -7- (2 nuts).
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Remove solenoid bolts -8- (Qty. 2).
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Remove front selector mechanism nuts (Qty. 2).
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Lift vehicle.
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Disconnect exhaust system at double clamp -A-. Remove front bracket for exhaust pipe if necessary.
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Remove cross support -B- below exhaust system.
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Remove heat shield -C-.
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Remove heat shield -D-.
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Remove both rear bolts for shift housing.