Gear Linkage ??

[M15 VW 0]

Hi Guys and Gals

 

I am having trouble distinguising between first, third and reverse. I go to put it in first and i get third and reverse is rare as an orange storm!! :lol:

 

Has anyone got any idea how to fix this.

 

Its not a huge problem as i just drive off in third if i cant find first and avoid reversing :lol:

 

Thanx

[Banana Man 0]

It sounds like you need to adjust the cables at the gearbox end Its a case of having a play undoing the adjustment nuts and moving the cable slightly. this may work better with 2 people 1 inside the car putting it into gear and the other adjusting it. Hope this helps a little 8)

[M15 VW 0]

Ok thanx, ill give it a go :D

[LDZ2555 0]

I have a similar problem :mad: i get third instead of first but i can get reverse. I have also been told its a case of adjusting the cables. Im getting my cables done at a garage this week i will let you know if this cures it and watch them to see what kind of a job it is and let you know sorry i cant be any more help.

[Mike Edwards 0]

The cables end up out of adjustment because the engine and gearbox mounts are shot.

 

It sounds like you need to adjust the mounting of the cable on the gearbox that's furthest from the inner wing.

 

If the adjustment is being done by VW using the proper tool, I'd be interested to know the cost and results.

[Henny 0]

Deffo adjustment... something mine desperately needs having done! :oops:

 

I get similar problems on my G60... It's soooo simple to fix, but you really need the correct tool to set it all up which I don't have... :( All you need to do is remove the counterweight, undo 2 13mm nuts, stick on the setting tool and tighten the nuts.... it's that simple.... but if you don't have the tool it's a real pain in the ass to get it set properly... :|

 

If ANYONE can get hold of one of these tools for a few days, I can get it copied and then sell the copies to forum members at a GOOD price... lemme know! ;) :D

[M15 VW 0]

We did replace a gearbox mount as it wa cracked so i gather thats why its out. Not really sure when and where im getting it fixed.

[M15 VW 0]

MINES NOW SORTED!!!! DRIVES SWEET! :D

[daves16v 1]

I had this problem. My problem turned out to be a 13mm nut on the kinkage had come loose. I tightened it up about half way along the adjusting slot and that sorted the problem. Sorry if it's sounds confusing but I've not got a photo.

[Kevin Bacon 5]

Also check the 2 alignment holes on the gear lever plate. They should line up with the holes in the floor.

 

Another common one is a worn a missing circlip on the lever or excessive wear in this area.

 

I've yet to see severly worn components at the box end. Someone might have had a play with the cables in the past.

 

Oh and the box mount is a classic. Bin the cr@p viscose damped junk and fit a diesel rubber one from a MK2.

[craigowl 0]

I was almost stuck miles from home when I couldnt get reverse, 1st and another one.

The fault was a broken plastic linkage bit under the bonnet, to the right of the engine down near the clutch.

The AA man - a former VW mechanic - went to it straight away and fixed it temporarily with a plastic tie and superglue.

The part had probably become brittle due to heat as do many such plasticky components on the Corrado and was just about to snap completely, being held by a mere thread of plastic.

The part number is 1J0711256 - it is called a "carrier" and cost only £7.33 plus VAT. It is a white plastic part in the otherwise metal rods of the linkage.

In view of my problem, I would recommend that anyone with a VR6 of similar or older vintage than mine (1995 "M") to check or replace this flimsy part. Frankly, I thought the gearbox's number was up and was relieved to have it all fixed for about £60 including labour, by VW.

I trust this may save one or two C owners a bit of hassle and grief.

[Skimask 0]

 

I came across this one, don't know if its the proper VW tool though. I suspect its for the gear linkage box at the gearstick!