Product Description
The TOPRAN Repair Kit, gear lever (102 649) is an original-equipment-quality drivetrain restoration assembly manufactured by TOPRAN. Positioned directly beneath the shifter console and along the selector linkage rod network, its primary function is to replace worn, cracked, or degraded plastic bushings, pivot balls, and guide rings. Over time, heat and continuous shifting friction cause factory components to develop excessive play. This kit eliminates that loose, vague shifting feel—commonly referred to as a "sloppy gear stick"—restoring precise selector gate alignment, preventing gear grind, and ensuring positive engagement of all gears including reverse.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: TOPRAN
- Item Number: 102 649 / 102649
- Product Condition: New
- Kit Classification: Manual Transmission Shifter Lever / Linkage Overhaul Service Kit
- Material: High-density, self-lubricating polyoxymethylene (POM) engineering plastic and oil-resistant elastomer compounds
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Kit Components Included:
- 1x Primary gear lever pivot socket/ball seat capsule
- Multiple specialized linkage guide bushes, damping rings, and securing clips
- Installation Recommendation: To ensure long-lasting, smooth operation, thoroughly clean old, contaminated grease from the shifter housing and apply a high-quality, plastics-compatible white lithium or silicone grease to all moving contact points during assembly.
Vehicle Compatibility
This comprehensive repair kit is precision-molded to refresh the manual floor-shift linkage networks of classic Volkswagen Group (VAG) passenger cars spanning the late 1970s through the early 1990s:
| Car Model | Compatible Transmission Types | Engine Displacements | Year of Manufacture |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW Golf II (19E, 1G1) / Jetta II (19E) | 4-Speed & 5-Speed Manual Gearboxes (020 mechanical rod-linkage transmission families) |
1.3 / 1.6 / 1.8 / 1.6 D / 1.6 TD | 1983 - 1992 |
| VW Golf I (17) / Jetta I (16) / Convertible (155) | Standard Manual Transmission Layouts | 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.8 / 1.6 D | 1977 - 1993 |
| VW Scirocco I & II (53, 53B) | Manual Rod-Driven Transmissions | 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.8 / 1.8 GTI | 1977 - 1992 |
| SEAT Toledo I (1L) | Early manual mechanical setups | 1.6 i / 1.8 i / 1.9 D / 1.9 TD | 1991 - 1993 |
⚠️ Linkage Mechanism Variant Warning: This overhaul kit is designed strictly for classic VAG mechanical rod-operated linkages (most notably paired with the iconic 020 gearbox family). It will NOT fit later-generation models or high-performance setups (such as the Golf VR6, Corrado, or Passat) utilizing a cable-driven shift mechanism (02A / 02J transmission families), which rely on an entirely different cable end catcher and bushing layout. Always confirm your transmission shift type before ordering.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Reference Numbers
This premium replacement linkage overhaul kit directly services or cross-references with the following factory component assembly part codes:
- VAG (VW / AUDI / SEAT / SKODA): 171 798 115, 171798115, 191 798 115, 191798115