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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2010GOLF (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHADJUSTMENTS
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)
Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Adjustments
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)SECTION Adjustments
Multifunction Transmission Range Switch, Adjusting
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Setting Gauge (T10173)
- Move the selector lever into the "N" position.
- Do not bend the selector lever cable.
Adjustment Prerequisites
• The selector lever cable is disconnected from the selector shaft lever
• The selector shaft is in the "N" position.
• The bolts for the multifunction transmission range switch have been loosened.
• The selector shaft lever is removed.
- Install the setting gauge (T10173) onto the selector shaft - 2 - and turn the multifunction switch - 1 - just until the setting gauge locks onto the tab on the multifunction switch connector.
- Use the bolt - 3 - to secure the setting gauge to the selector shaft - 2 -.
- Tighten the multifunction switch bolts - arrows - to 6 Nm.
- Remove the setting gauge.
- Further installation is performed in the reverse order.
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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.