Shift Actuator: Testing and Inspection

Gear Selector Basic Setting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Vehicle Diagnosis and Service System (VAS 5052)

The gear selector basic setting must be performed with the following work:

• When used for the first time

• If the R tronic shift actuator was removed from the transmission.

• If the Gear Recognition Sensor (G604) was removed

• If the Gear Recognition Sensor 2 (G616) was removed

• If the Transmission Control Module (J217) was replaced.

• If "update programming" was performed on the Transmission Control Module (J217)

• if the transmission was repaired

• if the transmission was replaced

Test Conditions:

• The Vehicle Diagnosis and Service System (VAS 5052) is connected.

• The engine is switched off.

• The ignition is switched on.

• The parking brake is engaged.

- Select the "Gear selector basic setting" function on the Vehicle Diagnosis and Service System (VAS 5052) under "Guided Functions" in the "02 - Transmission electronics" directory.

• Follow all instructions on the Vehicle Diagnosis and Service System (VAS 5052) exactly so the basic setting can be completed.

• A basic adaptation for the entire shift pattern is carried in the basic setting with the Vehicle Diagnosis and Service System (VAS 5052).

• All possible gears are engaged and the respective positions measured in a pressurized and unpressurized state and saved.