Position of selector elements

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 25 other vehicles, including the 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio, 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio, 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1999 Volkswagen Golf. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The POSITION OF SELECTOR ELEMENTS table shows which selector elements are operated in individual ranges to help you troubleshoot poor acceleration and speed performance or with drive train malfunctions in general. The table should help you determine which selector elements are not operating properly.

All gears are shifted hydraulically.

All forward gears are driven mechanically at a predetermined load and speed via torque converter lockup clutch.

Fig 1: Sectional View Of Transmission With Selector Elements (2 Of 3)

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.

POSITION OF SELECTOR ELEMENTS

Gear	B1	B2	K1	K2	K3	F	LC
R	X			X
1H			X			X
1M			X			X	X
2H		X	X
2M		X	X				X
3H			X		X
3M			X		X		X
4H		X			X
4M		X			X		X

X = clutches, brakes or free wheel engaged

H = hydraulic

M = mechanical

Fig 2: Sectional View Of Transmission With Selector Elements (3 Of 3)

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.