Volkswagen Rabbit/GTI/Jetta/GLI MkV DIY & FAQ

DIY: replacing shift bracket bushings

Tools:
Socket wrench
10mm socket
13mm socket
T25 torx
flathead screwdriver

Step 1: Remove intake (and/or engine cover depending on how your car is equipped).

Step 2: Remove battery. Disconnect negative terminal, then positive. Then remove 13mm bolt and clamp holding battery in place. Remove battery and sides of battery box, set aside.

Step 3: Remove 3 10mm bolts holding battery tray in place. Remove battery tray and set aside.

Step 4: Remove clips holding shift cables to relay levers. Slide cables off relay levers.

Step 5: Remove clips holding shift cables to the bracket.

Step 6: Remove 2 10mm bolts and 1 10mm nut holding shift bracket to the transmission.

Step 7: Slide the bracket further up the cables to get a little room to work.

Step 8: Take the metal piece out of each bushing.

Step 9: Remove rubber bushings.

Step 10: Install the new metal bushings, and bolt the bracket back in place.

Remainder of install is reverse of removal. Be sure to re-install all the clips that secure the shift cables (2 clips at the bracket, 1 clip on each cable end).

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