Genuine Volkswagen Cabrio Clutch Cable

Volkswagen Cabrio Clutch Cable Parts and Q&A

• Release Cable
  1H1-721-335-A
  Q: How to remove and install the clutch cable on Volkswagen Cabrio?

  A:

  In the event that you have to remove the clutch cable, it is necessary to depress the clutch pedal a couple of times before the automatic adjustment mechanism settles. Position Slide the locking strap to the top of the adjustment mechanism protective boot, hand holding the top and bottom of the adjustment mechanism, compress it and attach the end of the locking strap over the lugs on the side. In case the locking strap does not fit the clutch cable, one can make a homemade one with nylon cable-ties or wire. The next step, which is to lift the clutch release lever and remove the inner clutch cable and locking plates and rubber damper. The next step involves taking the trim panels off below the steering column in the car and the inner cable in the part of the clutch pedal marked with a recess. Pull the clutch cable out of the firewall grommet into the engine bay, and unreach out to the attaching clips. To install, poke the clutch cable under the firewall grommet into the cabin, rub the inner end of the clutch cable with multi-purpose grease and then place the cable into the hole in the top of the clutch pedal and fit the trim panels again. Adjustment mechanism Pretension the adjustment mechanism by pushing the clutch pedal down, and press the adjustment mechanism together until and an assistant pulls the inner clutch cable and compresses the adjustment mechanism, and holds the locking strap to hold the adjustment mechanism compressed. Within the engine compartment insert the inner cable through the release lever and attach the retaining plates and rubber damper. Slide the bottom of the adjustment mechanism to the retaining bracket on the transaxle casing, unattach the lock strap of the lugs, and press the clutch pedal several times until the cable tension is adjusted. Lastly, check the feel of the clutch pedal and look at it to determine whether it is stiff or binding, and look at the cable to make sure that it has no sharp kink or bend, and also test the clutch system by carrying out a road test to make sure that the system functionalities are met.