Removing and installing shift unit (vehicles from 11.2005 onwards) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C6 (4F, 2004–2011)

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• Mark installation position of support bracket for selector lever cable.
• Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.
• The assistance of a second mechanic is required to detach the selector mechanism from below.
• Before installing, lightly lubricate ball socket on selector lever cable with polycarbamide greaseG 052 142 A2.Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.
• Fit support bracket for selector lever cable according to marking on bracket at rear of gearbox.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove rear noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50.
2. Remove front cross piece (arrows).
3. Loosen left clamp (1) and move towards the rear.
4. Tie up left exhaust pipe to left side of body.
5. Mark installation position of support bracket for selector lever cable.

6. Unscrew bolt (1) from support bracket for selector lever cable.
7. Use removal lever80 - 200 to pry ball socket (A) on selector lever cable off gearbox selector lever. [Note: Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.]
8. Remove centre console (front) (1)General body repairs, interior68.
9. Unplug electrical connectors (2) and (4).
10. Remove bolts (1) and (3), (5) and (6). [Note: The assistance of a second mechanic is required to detach the selector mechanism from below.]
11. Press retaining clips (arrows) inwards and lower selector mechanism. [Note: Before installing, lightly lubricate ball socket on selector lever cable with polycarbamide greaseG 052 142 A2.Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.]
12. Fit support bracket for selector lever cable according to marking on bracket at rear of gearbox.
13. Adjust selector lever cable .
14. Check selector mechanism .
15. Install exhaust system so it is free of stress Engine, mechanics26.
16. Install front cross piece General body repairs, exterior50.
17. Install centre console (front) General body repairs, interior68.

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