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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHADJUSTMENTS
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)
Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Adjustments
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Adjustments
5 Speed Automatic 09A
Multi-function transmission range (TR) switch -F125-, removing, installing and adjusting
Special tools and equipment
- T10091 Adjusting device
- V.A.G 1331 Torque wrench or equivalent
Removing multi-function TR switch
- Check whether a coded radio is installed. If so, obtain anti-theft coding.
- Switch ignition off and disconnect battery Ground strap.
- Install battery.
- Remove battery carrier.
- Shift selector lever into "P" position.
- Remove nut -arrow-.
- Pull lever -1- off selector shaft.
- Pull off multi-function switch connector
- Remove multi-function TR switch (F125)
Installing and adjusting multi-function TR switch
- Install multi-function TR switch -F125- on selector shaft.
Installation position: The groove -1- in the selector shaft must align with the multi-function TR switch -F125- marking -2-.
- Screw in multi-function TR switch -F125securing bolts (arrows) hand tight.
- Place adjusting device on selector shaft and secure.
- Shift lever/selector shaft on transmission to position "N".
- Turn switch until hole on switch housing -1- aligns with hole of adjusting device.
- Insert pin -2- from adjusting device.
- Tighten multi-function TR switch -F125- securing bolts (arrows) to 6 Nm.
Further installation in reverse order
- Check selector lever cable adjustment, Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
- Enter radio code.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.