Adjusting and checking parking lock - RA2703722C740X(27-740)
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For parking lock interlock on model 210, see "Automatic transmission 722.4" microfilm .
C. Models 124, 126, 129, phased in as of 09/89
ADJUSTING
| Selector lever | Move to position "P" and turn ignition key to position "0". |
| Ball nipple of cable (40B) Cable | Clip in and insert into holder. |
| Cable (40B) | Pull jacket in direction of arrow until lock lever (44B) rests against the cam (48). |
| Ball nipple of cable (40L) | Clip in and insert. |
| Cable (40L) | Pull jacket in direction of arrow until lock lever (44L) rests against cam (48) and tighten retaining bolt to 5 Nm. |
NOTE:
The cables are bolted to the steering lock and hooked onto the brake pedal operating lever. They are routed securely to the floor-mounted shift control without kinks.
Testing after adjustment
Ignition key in position "1" and brake pedal depressed ≥ 25 mm:
The locking levers (44B) and (44L) must disengage fully from the cam (48) so that the selector lever handle can be moved to position "N" without resistance. The parking lock is unlocked.
Brake pedal not depressed:
Move selector lever handle from position "N" to position "P" and turn ignition key to position "0"; the locking levers (44B) and (44L) must engage in the cam (48). The parking lock is operative. Press on protective cap.