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Functional Check

NOTE: If battery is disconnected or discharged, gear selector can be moved out of Park by turning ignition key to START position. Shift lock relay will not lock gear selector when vehicle speed is greater than 3 MPH.
  1. With ignition key removed, ensure gear selector cannot be moved from Park. Insert key in ignition switch. Turn ignition switch on. Ensure gear selector can only be moved with brake pedal pressed down. Move gear selector to Neutral position. Without pressing brake pedal, ensure gear selector cannot move out of Neutral. Press brake pedal down. Ensure it is now possible to move gear selector. If shift lock system does not operate as described, adjust gear selector, solenoid and control cable.
  2. If shift lock system does not operate after adjustments are made, check electrical system of shift lock system with Tester (VAG 1551/1). See testing information under ELECTRONIC SELF-DIAGNOSTICS in appropriate VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI V.A.G. ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article. If any problems are found, service harness or components. If no problems are found, TCM may be defective. If shift lock system still does not operate correctly, check for worn or damaged parts and replace as necessary. See Figure and Figure .
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