Get Emergency closing and opening -> Emergency release for the selector lever lock Guide for Volkswagen Passat SUV Sixth Generation (2005-2010)

ꢀ Have the power sunroof checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized

Volkswagen Service Facility. Emergency closing may cause the power sunroof and its pinch protection

to malfunction.

Emergency release for the selector lever lock

Fig. 202 Removing the selector gate cover.

Fig. 203 Releasing the selector lever lock.

ꢀPlease first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

If the power supply fails (due to a dead vehicle battery, for example) and the vehicle has to be pushed

or towed, the emergency release must be used to move the selector lever to N (Neutral).

The emergency release is located under the selector gate cover on the right side when viewed in the

driving direction. You will need a tool like a screwdriver to release the selector lever lock.

Preparations

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Set the parking brake. If the parking brake cannot be set firmly, you must find another way to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

Switch off the ignition.

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Removing the selector gate cover

Pull upward on the cover around the selector lever sleeve ⇒ꢀfig. 202.

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Slip the cover up and over the selector lever ⇒ꢀ

Emergency release for the selector lever

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Push the release lever ⇒ꢀfig. 203 in the direction of the arrow and hold it in this position.

Press the release button in the selector lever handle and shift the selector lever to Neutral (N).

Carefully press the selector gate cover back in place, making sure that the electrical wiring stays in

the correct position and is not pinched or damaged

WARNING

Never shift the transmission out of Park (P) without first firmly applying the parking brake.

Otherwise, the vehicle can start to roll unexpectedly, especially on hills or inclines, and cause

an accident and serious injuries.

NOTICE

Even with the selector lever is in N (Neutral), the automatic transmission will be damaged if the

vehicle is towed (or you let it coast) for an extended period or at high speed with the engine

shut off.

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Emergency closing and opening -> Emergency release for the selector lever lock for Your Volkswagen Passat SUV Sixth Generation (2005-2010)