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Zero-gear sensor

The zero-gear sensor is mounted on top of the gearbox housing. The zero-gear sensor detects the idle position of the gearshift lever.

Fig 1: Identifying Zero-Gear Sensor
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Item Explanation
1 Zero-gear sensor
2 Plug connection