it's normal to have to add or remove the washer/s  that affects how deep the
switch screws in.

'sometimes' it's a matter of switch depth.  Be sure to consider that.

----- Original Message -----
From: "neil n" <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 10:53 AM
Subject: Backup Lights Always On, Stiff Shifter. "Selector shaft,
modifications" P 35.60a

> Hi all.
>
> Just installed a WBX transmission in my '81. My shifter is sluggish or
> stiff and back up lights now on all the time. (ign. on) Switch tested
> ok with VOM when tranny on the bench. Tapped on housing containing
> switch with a hammer. No change. Wiring ok. Found notes on P 35.60a
> Bentley regarding selector shaft modifications.
>
> IF my AB transmission has the older version shaft, is there something
> this older design that would make the shifter sluggish? Or, is there
> something inside the cover containing the back up light switch that if
> broken, would make shifter sluggish?
>
> Pulling my hair out,
>
> Neil.
>
> --
> Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco"
>
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>
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