– The selector lever cable is properly engaged when the
grooves in the locking mechanism are at right angles to the
selector lever cable.
– Install new securing clip -arrow- and insert plug.
– Secure selector lever cable with new securing clip -1- to cable
support bracket.
– Install heat shield below selector mechanism ⇒ General body
repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Mouldings/trims/extensions;
Assembly overview - heat shield .
– Adjust selector lever cable ⇒ page 69 .
– Check selector mechanism ⇒ page 68 .
Vehicles with diesel engine:
– Install air filter housing ⇒ Rep. gr. 23 ; Air filter; Removing
and installing air filter housing .
2.7 Checking selector mechanism
The starter must not operate in the selector lever positions “R”,
“D” and “S” and in the Tiptronic position.
On right-hand drive vehicles, the starter must operate in selector
lever positions “P” and “N” only when the button in the selector
lever handle is not pressed.
Over 5 km/h:
When the selector lever is shifted to “N”, the selector lever lock
solenoid must not lock the selector lever. Selector lever can be
shifted back into a driving range.
Under 5 km/h:
When the selector lever is shifted to “N”, the selector lever lock
solenoid must lock the selector lever only after ca 1 second. Se‐
lector lever cannot be shifted out of “N” position until brake pedal
is depressed.
Selector lever in “P” position and ignition switched on
• Brake pedal not depressed:
Golf 2013 ➤
7-speed dual clutch gearbox 0CW - Edition 10.2012
68 Rep. gr.34 - Controls, housing