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Moving mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearboxJ743 into »removal position« by hand
   
Moving mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743- into »removal position« by hand
Sometimes, the mechatronic unit cannot be removed. In this case, the gear actuator is »caught« at the »top left« of the gearbox housing -arrow-.
l  Only if you cannot set the mechatronic unit to removal position with the vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system -VAS 5051B-, you must move the unit by hand to this position.
The »sticking« gear actuator -arrow- can be pressed by hand into its »removal position«. To do this, push a selector fork behind the parking lock cover.

Procedure:
–  First reposition mechatronic unit on gearbox housing and secure it with one bolt.
–  Move selector lever to position „P“ position.
   
–  Remove securing clip -arrow-.
–  Securing clips for selector lever cable must always be renewed.
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–  Remove cable from ball head.
–  Use your hand to press lever to stop in direction of cable support bracket.
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–  Remove lever of selector shaft.
–  Unbolt cover.
  WARNING
The mechatronic unit will not be »stuck« after the next step. That means that it could fall out. If it has not already been done, secure mechatronic unit on gearbox with one bolt to prevent it from falling down.
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–  Working through opening, push selector fork to side.
(Press to left in direction of travel.)
This presses back »sticking« gear actuator and mechatronic unit can be removed.
–  Add gear oil after completing work on mechatronic unit → Chapter.
–  Adjust selector lever cable → Chapter.
–  Place plug on removed mechatronic unit.
This way, the mechatronic unit can be sent sealed in oil-tight condition.
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Installing mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearboxJ743 > < Removing mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearboxJ743; gearbox is installed