Manual emergency release of parking lock from passenger compartment is not possible with GA8HP transmissions for
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- F01/F02/F03/F04 GA8HP from production date 09/2010
- F07 GA8HP from production date 03/2010
- F10 / F11 GA8HP as from production date 06/2010
Before removing the underbody panel, always check inside the vehicle to be certain the parking lock emergency release is not fitted.
From the vehicle underbody:
Raise vehicle.
Manual emergency release of parking lock
- Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Screw in screw (1) with hexagon socket (SW5) until parking lock is released by lever (2).
- It is imperative that bolt is always replaced.
- Clean thread with screw tap size M6X1, 0.
Screw new micro-encapsulated screw (1) into thread.
IMPORTANT:
Screwing in and adjusting of screw to 1.5 to 2.5 mm above thread lip (A) must occur within 3 minutes.
The screw may no longer be turned after 3 minutes (hardening of adhesive), otherwise it must be replaced.
The screw may no longer be turned after 3 minutes (hardening of adhesive), otherwise it must be replaced.
From passenger compartment:
- Refer to MANUAL EMERGENCY UNLOCKING OF PARKING LOCK .
From underneath vehicle with Bowden cable:
- Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Press release lever (3) backwards.
If permanent release is desired, fix lever in position (e.g. with cable strap).
Locking:
- Let go of release lever (3) or undo means by which it is secured.