manual transmission

I suggest you get a repair manual for this vehicle if your going to be doing your own work. You can get an online subscription to excellent information here: http://bit.ly/mitchell_repair_manuals_online or http://bit.ly/Bentley_Repair_Manuals

If there is alot of play in your shifter, i recommend ordering this kit.... http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volkswagen/Jetta/Transmission/186/3 Makes your shifter as stiff as new, its the one for $49.50