Inspection Procedure 3: Hard Shifting

Inspection Procedure 3: Hard Shifting

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP 1. Check the transaxle control
Q: Are the shift cable and the select cable in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Repair or replace the shift cable and the select cable. Then go to Step 7.

STEP 2. Check the transaxle oil.
Q: Is the oil dirty?
YES: Replace the oil. Then go to Step 7
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the clutch system.
Q: Is the clutch system normal?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Repair or replace the clutch system. Then go to Step 7.

STEP 4. Remove and disassemble the transaxle. Check the control housing.
Q: Is the control housing in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 5.
NO: Repair or replace the control housing. Then go to Step 7.

STEP 5. Check for poor meshing or worn synchronizer ring and gear cone.
Q: Is poor meshing or worn synchronizer ring and gear cone found?
YES: Repair or replace the synchronizer ring and gear cone. Then go to Step 7.
NO: Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check the synchronizer spring for weakness.
Q: Is the synchronizer spring weak?
YES: Replace the synchronizer spring. Then go to Step 7.
NO: Go to Step 7.

STEP 7. Retest the system.
Q: Is the shifting of the gears still hard?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: The procedure is complete.