Clutch Cable (W/Auto Adjustment) - Removing/Installing

86VW3

Applies To


JETTA


1986
Group


30
Subject

Clutch Cable

Part Identifier
Key Points

Removing/installing clutch cable with automatic adjustment

A187
Number


86-01

January 31, 1986
Jetta models with gasoline engine/5-speed transmission now have a self-adjusting clutch cable. This clutch cable incorporates an adjustment mechanism on the transmission side of the cable which automatically adjusts to compensate for normal clutch disc wear.

Self-adjusting clutch cable, removing

Work sequence

- depress clutch pedal completely and release several times
- compress spring (beneath boot at top of adjustment mechanism) and remove cable attachment parts at release lever
- unhook cable eye from pedal
- remove cable

Self-adjusting clutch cable, installing

Work sequence

- push cable through front panel
- hook cable eye onto pedal
- compress spring on adjuster mechanism and have 2nd mechanic pull cable down and install attachment parts at release lever

Note

Replacement cables may have the spring on the adjustment mechanism compressed and held by a strap for ease of installation. Remove the strap after the cable is installed. For installation without strap, the spring will have to be compressed during installation.

- depress clutch pedal completely and release several times to allow cable to adjust automatically

CAUTION

Do not open automatic adjustment mechanism.