Shift Mechanism, Adjusting

Shift mechanism, adjusting

Note: The following are prerequisites for correct shift linkage adjustment:
^ Perfect shift linkage operating and transfer elements.
^ Shift selector mechanism moves smoothly.
^ Transmission, clutch and clutch mechanism must be in good condition.
^ Transmission in neutral.

Removing

Note: Remove the shift lever knob with shift lever cover and cover for center console.





- Lift off cover for center console upward -arrows-.





- Release connector piece -1- in direction of arrow and pull off shift lever knob together with shift lever cover upward.





- Lift off trim -1- first in direction of arrow -A- and then pull out in direction of arrow -B-.
- Remove bolts -arrows C- and then pull ashtray -2- from center console





- Lift up damping washer -1- and noise insulation -2- upward.





- Remove noise insulation from shift lever housing -arrows-.
- Measure distance -a- between the two studs in shift mechanism

Note: Measurement is from center of stud to center of stud.





^ Specification: Dimension a go to 85 mm
- In case of deviation, adjust distance -a- as follows:
^ Loosen bolt (arrow) for push rod. The rear push rod (in shift mechanism) must move back and forth easily on slide.

- Adjust measurement -a- by moving rear push rod (in shift mechanism).
- Tighten bolts for push rod -arrow to 25 Nm.





- Remove bolts for selector rod -arrow-.
^ The selector rod and shift mechanism connection must move freely

Align shift lever as follows:





- Center bottom of shift lever centered in ball housing.
^ The distance from ball housing to bottom of shift lever -arrows- must be same at all points.
^ Shift lever stands vertical in direction of travel.

- Hold shift lever in this position.





- Tighten bolt for selector rod -arrow- to 25 Nm.

Note: The shift lever must remain in the same position while the bolt is being tightened.

- Install covers and shift lever knob.