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A/T Shift Handle - Revised Handle And Procedure


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Subject: Shift Handle, Installation Procedure


Model(s): Passat 1990, 1991 m.y.


Group: 37

Number: 91-02

Date: Jan. 31, 1991


Production Change Gear selector handle changed on vehicles produced after:

VIN: ME 021 852

Installation Procedure On vehicles built prior to:

VIN: ME 021 852

^ Remove Handle, Part No. 447 713 139A 01C





^ Remove black sleeve (3) Part No. 357 713 155A from shift selector mechanism.

^ Trim 12 mm (0.50 in.) from black sleeve (3) and reinstall in shifter mechanism (2).

^ Install handle (1), Part No. 357 713 139 01C on selector lever.

^ Tighten set screw to make indentation on shift selector (2) and loosen set screw.

^ Remove handle (1) and file a flat region in selector lever (2) at location established in previous step.

^ Install handle (1) and tighten set screw to 0.8 +/- 0.2 Nm ( 0.6 in.lb.).


CAUTION Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Department for latest information.