Shift Interlock Cable: Adjustments
Adjusting Interlock Cable (Steptronic)
Caution: Do not disassemble new Steptronic shift tower.
Note: Identifying features of new Steptronic shift tower:
1 = Position, solenoid valve
2 = Black plastic section
3 = Aluminum section
Note: Move selector lever to park position "P".
Note: Do not turn handle (1) when pulling off as this would shear off the turning lock in the handle.
Pull off handle (1) with a forceful tug.
Installation:
Attach handle (1) to selector lever. Align handle (1) and press on until it is felt to snap into place.
Installation:
Push rubber gaiter (1) downwards until groove (2) is fully exposed.
E36 (Z3):
Lever out trim (1).
E36 (Z3):
Disconnect plug connection (2).
Note: Do not disconnect plug connection (1).
Lay trim (3) with rubber gaiter to one side.
Installation:
The lines must be correctly clipped into the retaining clips so as to eliminate the risk of damage (jamming of line).
E53:
Remove trim (1) with rubber gaiter (2) from center console.
E53:
Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove trim (2).
Installation:
The lines must be correctly clipped into the retaining clips so as to eliminate the risk of damage (jamming of line).
Move selector lever to park position "P".
Turn ignition key to "zero" position and remove.
Slacken screw (1). It must be possible to move cable (4) slightly in bracket (3).
Press interlock lever (2) down into limit position.
Tighten down screw (1).
Tightening torque, 25 16 5AZ.
Note: Checking interlock adjustment:
- Ignition key removed or in "zero" position. Selector lever must not move from "P" position.
- Turn ignition key to "ignition" position, press foot brake: It must be possible to select all selector lever positions.
- Selecting all selector lever positions except "P": In none of these positions should it be possible to turn the ignition key back to the "zero" position and remove it.
- Moving selector lever to position "P": It must possible to turn the ignition key back to the "zero" position and remove it. If necessary, readjust interlock cable.
E36 (Z3):
To release and tighten down clamping screw for interlock cable: use a commercially available flex head socket (1) 10 A/F.