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Gear selector switch, component description - GF27.19-P-5148SX

TRANSMISSION 722.9 in MODEL 216, 221 up to Model Year 8 

Illustrated on model 221 

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Module And DIRECT SELECT Gear Selector Switch
G07304102Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Location 

The gear selector switch DIRECT SELECT is a part of the steering column module and it is located at the right in the area between the multifunction steering wheel (MFL) and instrument cluster (A1).

Task 

The gear selector switch for DIRECT SELECT enables the driver to select the desired shift range. The signal from the DIRECT SELECT gear selector switch is read in by the steering column module via the steering LIN and placed on the chassis CAN.

IMPORTANT The gear selector switch for DIRECT SELECT is returned spring-centered to the "0" position once the shift has been made.