Removing and installing selector mechanism from 05.99 onwards — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 B5 (8D)

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• The gear lever boot is removed together with the cover for the centre console.

📋 Procedure

1. Unscrew gear knob from gear lever. [Note: The gear lever boot is removed together with the cover for the centre console.]
2. Lift off cover for centre console slightly (arrows A).
3. Pull cover slightly towards rear (arrow B) and then lift off complete cover.
4. Unscrew noise insulation for selector housing (arrows).
5. Unscrew nuts for selector housing (arrows).

6. Remove rear section of exhaust system (rearward of clamp(s)) and, if necessary, front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter Engine, mechanics26.
7. Remove selector rod (arrow A).
8. Unscrew hexagon socket head bolt on push rod (arrow B).
9. Remove heat shield (front) above exhaust system.
10. Pivot selector housing with selector rod and push rod downwards and remove.
11. Push selector rod on so that the new securing bolt fits in the recess in the selector shaft.
12. Then secure selector rod ((arrow A)).
13. Then bolt push rod to gearbox ((arrow B)).
14. Install exhaust system so it is free of stress Engine, mechanics26.
15. Adjust selector mechanism .

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