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Someone asked me by email how to adust shifter cables, here is an article on mk3 and mk4/5. The mk3 shifter is completely different but I just felt like putting everything in 1 article.
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_how_to/multi/shifteradjust.htm
In the mk3 the common problem is hard shifting into first gear. The plastic linkage also breaks.
In the mk4/mk5 adjustment is easier. In the mk5 you do have to remove the engine air filter housing so the article is linked from there. I'll be the mk6 is very similar. The bentley says to turn the screw but I found a faster and easier way. It's also hard to turn it while pressing the spring. Refer to the writeup for pics.
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_how_to/multi/shifteradjust.htm
In the mk3 the common problem is hard shifting into first gear. The plastic linkage also breaks.
In the mk4/mk5 adjustment is easier. In the mk5 you do have to remove the engine air filter housing so the article is linked from there. I'll be the mk6 is very similar. The bentley says to turn the screw but I found a faster and easier way. It's also hard to turn it while pressing the spring. Refer to the writeup for pics.