Shift Linkage: Service and Repair

Replacing cable for gear selector lever




Unfasten nut (1) in setting "P".

Caution: Always counterhold bolt with Special Tool 24 5 210 to avoid deformation of the cable.

Note: Special Tool 24 5 210 can be applied only in position P.

Unscrew cable from holder.
Pull out cable.




Installation:
Note the arangement of washers.
Check / replace rubber mount.




Lift out switch for EH control unit, remove plug.




Unfasten clamping screw (3 mm hexagon socket).
Remove handle.




Installation:
Insert pin of button in pull rod bore.




Lift cover out from front of retaining lugs.
Remove cover.




Installation:
Attach retaining lugs at rear and clip into place at front.




Lift out clamping spring.
Unfasten eyelet from bolt.

Caution! Do not bend steel wire.




Installation:
Lug on the eyelet points downwards.




Unscrew and remove nut.
Detach Bowden cable sleeve from retaining bracket.




Cut open carpet and hammer into place.




Remove rubber grommet together with Bowden cable.




Installation:
Insert Bowden cable from top.
Button up rubber grommet.

Note: After complete assembly of the Bowden cable, check location of rubber grommet once again.

Adjust shift mechanism. Adjustments