Shift Linkage: Adjustments

Tools





Adjusting intermediate lever (transmission connection)

Note The intermediate lever is machine-caulked as standard after adjustment of the shift mechanism. If the transmission connection or parts of the transmission connection are replaced during repairs, the caulked intermediate lever must be exchanged for an adjustable intermediate lever and readjusted.

A misadjustment of the intermediate lever can result in the following problems:
- higher shifting friction.
- 1st, 2nd, 5th or reverse gear cannot be engaged.
1. Move shift lever to neutral position and disengage shift cables on the transmission. Use a commercially available removal tool for this purpose





2. Disengage end piece of intermediate lever at shift lever "B".





3. Turn relay shaft "A" counterclockwise to push it to the upper stop and fix it with a suitable weight (e.g. special tool 9350).





4. Turn shift lever "C" counterclockwise to the upper stop (shift gate 112) and fix with shop-made tool.
5. Adjust the length of the intermediate lever by means of the thread until the end piece can be pressed onto the upper ball pin without tension.





Note The face sides of the intermediate lever end pieces must be at right angles to the center axis of the ball pins.

6. Tighten lock nut.
7. Press shift cables onto the ball pins and check shifting function.

Note Ball socket and ball pin versions with retaining clips must be lubricated with a light coat of Universal low-temperature grease. Do not grease ball socket and ball pin versions without retaining clips (as of date of manufacture 22.4.97).