Inspection Procedure 3

Inspection Procedure 3: Hard Shifting

DIAGNOSIS 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 bell-crank dust cover and the shift and select lever shaft.

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.