These drawings should help if you have to remove your transmission and work on the linkages. Sometimes it can be a little confusing when going to reinstall the rods. I know from experience! :-)
Transmission linkage - 1974-1981 240D. Arrow at top shows locking pin installed prior to adjustment.
Transmisison linkage - 1982-1983 240D. Arrow at top shows locking rod installed prior to adjustment.
Transmission linkage - 190 (4 speed shown, 5 speed simlar). Arrow at top shows locking rod installed prior to adjusted.