Shift Interlock Cable: Service and Repair

Locking cable, removing and installing, 01V, 5 SPD. A/T (FWD)

Special tools and equipment

3352 A Adjustment gauge for locking cable:

VAG 1331 Torque wrench:

Removing
- Shift selector lever into position "3".
- Vehicles with coded radio unit, note or obtain code.
- Disconnect Ground strap on battery with ignition switched off.
- Remove selector lever handle.
- Remove center console and extension.





- Remove steering wheel with airbag.
- Remove steering column switch.
- Turn ignition key to "ignition on" position.
- Move selector lever to position "P".
- Release locking clip -1- and pull locking cable out from ignition/starter switch.
- Remove cover.





- Unclip locking cable from securing spring on mounting bracket. To do this, lift securing spring slightly.
- Release locking cable from cable clip -2- and take out.

Installing
- Route locking cable free of kinks.
- Turn ignition key to "ignition on" position.
- Install locking cable to ignition/starter switch.
- Check that locking device -1- engages.
- Secure locking cable to airbag sensor with cable clip -2-.
- Turn ignition/starter switch to locked position (ignition off).
- Move selector lever to position "P".
- Hook locking cable into locking lever and clip locking cable support bracket -3- into securing spring of mounting bracket.