If you are experiencing missed shifts on your Air Cooled Volkswagen, it may be a worn Shift Rod Coupling. Our Red Urethane Shift Rod Coupling Set will fix that sloppiness and get you down the road.
The Shift Rod Coupler is located under the access plate under the rear seat and connects to the hockey stick on the transmission.
Tech note: To check if your Shift Rod Coupler is bad, with 2 pair of pliers and grab the shift rod and the hockey stick. Twist the rods a little to see if you have any play. If there is play, you can experience shifting problems and it is recommended that you replace the coupling.
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