M/T - Shift Linkage Adjusting Procedure

Group: 34

Number: 96-02

Date: May 6, 1996

Subject:
Shift Linkage, Adjusting

Model(s):
Golf, Jetta, Cabrio with (020) 1993 -->
Manual Transmission

When shift linkage requires adjustment, use the following procedure (steps are as outlined in Repair Manual W42 011 294 109 Edition 04/94):

Note:
The adjustment procedure must be done completely, DO NOT eliminate any steps.

Shift linkage, adjusting

^ Transmission in neutral





- Loosen clamp -arrow-.

^ Joint between selector rod and shift lever must move easily.

- Remove boot with cover plate and shift knob
--> page 34-18 of Repair manual.





- Insert gauge, tool 3104.

^ Gauge must not jam.

- Align selector rod/shift lever (transmission in neutral) and tighten down clamp.

^ Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft lb)

Caution!
Do not put components under stress.

Operation

Shift lever should rest in 3rd/4th-gear plane with transmission in neutral.

- Shift through all gears.

^ They must engage smoothly without hanging up.

^ Pay particular attention to correct operation of reverse lockout.

If gear fails to engage smoothly during repeated shifting:

- Engage 1st gear.

- Remove play from the shift linkage by pressing shift lever gently to the left at shift knob threads while 1st gear is engaged.





^ Distance between shift lever and gearshift housing travel stop (dimension -a-) must be 1-1.5 mm (0.04-0.06 in.)

- Perform final adjustment by turning eccentric adjuster -A-:

- Loosen clamping bolt -B-.

- Turn eccentric adjuster -A- until dimension -a- is correct.

- Tighten down clamping bolt -B-.

^ Tightening torque: 2 Nm (18 in.lb)

Caution!
To achieve a satisfactory adjustment:

^ Shift and linkage components must be in good condition

^ Shift linkage must operate smoothly without excessive resistance

^ Transmission, clutch and clutch release mechanism must be in good condition

Installing shift lever boot and shift knob --> page 34-18.