How do I compress the clutch cable self-adjustment mechanism on a 020 transmission?

Per Fig. 6: pull the cable end down (direction of arrow 1) while moving the adjustment mechanism (B) back and forth until the mechanism compresses (direction of arrow 2), then hook the retaining strap tabs on the pins (C).

How do I check that the clutch cable adjustment mechanism is working?

Fully depress the clutch pedal at least 5 times, then move the clutch release lever approximately 10 mm (0.39 in.) in the direction opposite to normal travel (down). The clutch release lever must move freely.

Can I zip-tie the throttle cable to the clutch cable?

No. The NOTE states that no other cable (throttle cable, etc.) may be attached to the clutch cable using wire-ties or other means, as this could cause the clutch cable to fail to operate properly.

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VW 020 Transmission Clutch Cable Adjustment Mechanism - Install & Check (30a-5)

Service manual page for 020 transmission clutch cable removal and adjustment with figures

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Service procedure page detailing clutch cable removal, installation, and adjustment-mechanism functional check with reference figures.

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This page (30a-5) is from a service manual chapter covering the clutch used with the 020 manual transmission, specifically the clutch release mechanism and self-adjusting clutch cable. The right column shows Fig. 6 (illustration 30-351), which explains how to compress the clutch cable adjustment mechanism: pull the cable end down (arrow 1) while moving the adjustment mechanism (B) back and forth until it compresses (arrow 2), then hook the retaining strap tabs on the pins (C). Numbered installation steps 6–9 follow: hook the attachment parts onto the release lever, install the over-center spring, remove the retaining strap, and check the adjustment mechanism operation. A NOTE warns that no other cable (such as the throttle cable) may be wire-tied or otherwise attached to the clutch cable, as it could cause the clutch cable to fail. The page then begins the 'Clutch cable adjustment mechanism, functional check' procedure: fully depress the clutch pedal at least 5 times, then move the clutch release lever approximately 10 mm (0.39 in.) opposite to normal travel; the lever must move freely. The left column (partially cut off in the scan) covers clutch cable installation with the adjustment mechanism not compressed, including illustration 30-346 of the release lever attachment parts.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I compress the clutch cable self-adjustment mechanism on a 020 transmission?: Per Fig. 6: pull the cable end down (direction of arrow 1) while moving the adjustment mechanism (B) back and forth until the mechanism compresses (direction of arrow 2), then hook the retaining strap tabs on the pins (C).
How do I check that the clutch cable adjustment mechanism is working?: Fully depress the clutch pedal at least 5 times, then move the clutch release lever approximately 10 mm (0.39 in.) in the direction opposite to normal travel (down). The clutch release lever must move freely.
Can I zip-tie the throttle cable to the clutch cable?: No. The NOTE states that no other cable (throttle cable, etc.) may be attached to the clutch cable using wire-ties or other means, as this could cause the clutch cable to fail to operate properly.
What are the final steps after routing the clutch cable?: Hook the attachment parts onto the release lever (see Fig. 5), install the over-center spring, remove the retaining strap, and check the operation of the adjustment mechanism per the functional check procedure.