clutch AUDI A4 1998 B5 / 1.G 01A Transmission Shift Linkage Service Workshop Manual

34-12

Shift linkage, adjusting


Requirements

Components of shift mechanism and linkage
must be in proper working condition
Shift mechanism must move freely
Transmission, clutch and clutch assembly
must be in proper working condition
Transmission in neutral

- Remove shift knob and housing cover.

- Remove cover for shift mechanism housing (arrows).
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34-16

Shift mechanism adjustment, checking


Requirement

Shift lever must rest in 3rd/4th gear gate
when transmission is in neutral.

- Operate clutch.

- Make sure all gears can be engaged properly.

- Check operation of reverse gear lock.

- Move shift mechanism into 5th/reverse-gear
gate and move in direction of reverse gear (do
not push shift lever too hard).

The movement up to stop reverse-gear lock
must be 5-10 mm (0.196-0.394 in.) (measured at
shift knob).

- Reduce pressure on shift lever, so it can move
back.

Shift lever should return by itself from the
5th/reverse gear gate and move into 3rd/4th
gear gate.
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