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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLEADJUSTMENTSOVERVIEW
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle: Adjustments: Overview
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Overview
Transmission Adjustments, Overview
I = Reverse gear brake -B1-
^ A -Shim
^ Determining thickness=> Reverse gear brake -B1-, adjusting.
II = 2nd and 4th gear brake -B2-
^ B-Outer plate or shim
^ Determining thickness, adjusting => 2nd and 4th gear brake -B2-.
III = Planet carrier
^ C- Shim
^ Determining thickness => Planet carrier.
IV = Clutch play
^ D- Shim
^ Determining thickness => clutch play between -K1-and -K2-, adjusting.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.