Not necessarily the neutral safety switch. There are two nylon bushings on which the shift lever pivots. If these have are no longer correctly seated, it will cause the same problem. I have the new bushings, but haven't gotten around to replacing them -- waiting for spring weather.
On my 240D, simply holding the lever full right in park allows the car to start when things get cranky. I've found that putting "lift" pressure in the shifter accomplishes the same thing. And of course, there is always Neutral. On 2/26/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > I think if it wants to be put in neutral or jiggled, it's a sign of a > misadjusted neutral safety switch. If the problem persists no matter > what you do with the shift lever, it may be time for a new starter. > > -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
