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Selector Mechanism






Selector Mechanism

Move the selector lever into the "P" position and set the parking brake before working with the engine running.






1 Selector Handle with Cover

Do not remove the handle unnecessarily. For emergency release, only the cover must be removed. Refer to => [ Selector Lever, Manual Release ] Selector Lever, Manual Release.

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Selector Lever Handle ] Selector Lever Handle.

2 Clamp

Always replace.

For attaching the handle to the selector lever.

Attach to the selector handle using the hose clamp pliers (V.A.G 1275).

3 Selector Mechanism with Selector Lever Cable

With the shift lock solenoid (N110).

Do not grease the selector lever cable.

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Selector Mechanism with Cable ] Selector Mechanism with Cable.

Checking, refer to => [ Selector Lever Cable, Checking ] Testing and Inspection.

Adjusting, refer to => [ Selector Lever Cable, Adjusting ] Adjustments.

4 Bolt

8 Nm

5 Nut

8 Nm

Quantity: 4

6 Selector Housing

Available only together with the selector mechanism, refer to the Parts Catalog.

7 Bolt

20 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn.

Always replace.

Quantity: 2

For attaching the cable bracket to the transmission.

8 Cable Bracket

For the selector lever cable.

9 Lock Washer

Always replace after removing.

10 Lock Washer

Always replace after removing.

Installed position: The offset side faces forward, toward the front of the vehicle.

The lock washer fits very tightly on the cable bracket. If necessary, remove the cable bracket and selector lever cable from the transmission. Refer to => [ remove the cable bracket and selector lever cable from the transmission. Remove the bolts and the lock washer. ] Selector Mechanism with Cable.

11 Tunnel/Body