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Shift Linkage Adjustments
*For reference only.


4 Speed

  • Place gearshift lever in Neutral position. Align round centering holes of upper gearshift lever housing plate with holes in lower lever bearing plate.
  • Loosen nut on clamp that connects front and rear shift rods. Ensure joints of shift rods slide freely. Remove spare tire. Set shift lever on transaxle in vertical Neutral position.
  • At gearshift lever end of front shift rod, ensure stop finger of front shift rod is in center of shift mechanism housing.
  • Adjust front shift rod end so there is 29/32" (23 mm) clearance between front shift rod end and stop plate. Tighten shift rod clamp.
  • Check for proper operation. Ensure shift lever does not rub against heater pipe insulation.

5 Speed

  • Place gearshift lever in Neutral position. Align round centering holes of upper gearshift lever housing plate with holes in lower lever bearing plate.
  • Loosen nut on clamp that connects front and rear shift rods. Ensure joints of shift rods slide freely. Remove skid plate. Place shift lever on transaxle in vertical Neutral position.
  • Measure distance between reverse gear lock and stop shift rod. Clearance should be 29/32" (23 mm). Tighten clamp in this position. Ensure all gears engage without jamming. Check reverse lockout operation. With transmission in 1st gear, measure distance between gear shift lever and heater covering. Clearance should be 19/32" (15 mm).
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