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Shifter ASMT: Description and Operation






Selector Mechanism Assembly Overview





1 Shift cover with knob

Do not remove knob if not necessary. For emergency release, only cover must be removed --> [ Selector Lever Emergency Release ] Service and Repair.

In right illustration: Before removing knob, pull button past pressure point and secure using cable tie or suitable wire. This prevents button from being pushed into knob accidentally.

2 Selector lever and selector mechanism

With Shift Lock Solenoid (N110)

Manual release --> [ Selector Lever Emergency Release ] Service and Repair.

Short description for removal and installation:

- Remove center console.

- Remove cable from transmission --> [ Selector Lever Cable ] Removal and Replacement.

- If necessary: Disconnect or remove

- Remove heat shield beneath vehicle.

- Adjust selector lever cable after installing --> [ Selector Lever Cable, Adjusting ] Adjustments.

3 Bolt with spring

3 Nm

4 Pin

Removing --> [ Selector Lever Cable ] Removal and Replacement

Do not grease

5 Securing plate

Always replace after removal

6 Nut

9 Nm

Qty. 4

7 Shift housing

With seal

8 Lock washer

Always replace after removal

9 Lock washer

Always replace after removal

10 Selector lever cable

Do not grease cable.

Removing and installing --> [ Selector Lever Cable ] Removal and Replacement

Checking --> [ Selector Lever Cable, Checking ] Procedures

Adjusting --> [ Selector Lever Cable, Adjusting ] Adjustments

11 Hex bolt with washer

8 Nm

Qty. 4