FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Hard Shifting

Hard shifting may be caused by a misadjusted crossover cable. If hard shifting is accompanied by gear clash, synchronizer clutch and stop rings, or gear teeth may be worn or damaged.

Mis-assembled synchronizer components also cause shifting problems. Incorrectly installed synchronizer sleeves, struts, or springs can cause shift problems.