Automatic transmission mode selector — removal, repair and installation (Opel Zafira A)

Sequence of execution

1. Prepare the car for work (see "Preparing the car for maintenance and repair").

2. Disconnect the cable from the selector and its frame (see "Automatic transmission mode selector cable - replacement and adjustment").

3. Bend back the retainer...

...and disconnect the wiring harness connector.

4. Using the TORX E8 key, unscrew the four bolts securing the selector and remove it as an assembly.

Note. Below is a complete disassembly of the selector locking mechanism. All removed elements are supplied as spare parts separately. Therefore, you perform only those operations that are necessary to replace the faulty element in your particular case. The selector itself is replaced as an assembly.

5. Pry it up with a thin slotted screwdriver...

...and remove the lock button.

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6. Disconnect the black and brown wires from the contact jumper.

7. Disconnect the yellow wire from the lock solenoid.

8. Disconnect the green wire from the microswitch.

9. Squeeze the clamps and disconnect the wiring harness block from the selector frame.

10. Peel off the tape securing the wire harness.

11. Cut the plastic clamp securing the wire harness.

12. Using a TORX T25 key, unscrew the selector handle mounting bolt...

...and remove the handle assembly with the cover and wiring harness.

Note: If necessary, remove the sports mode switch from the handle (see "Automatic transmission special mode switches - checking and replacement") and wiring harness.

13. Remove the protective cover of the locking mechanism.