Inspection Procedure 4

Inspection Procedure 4: Jumps Out of Gear

DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE

STEP 1. Check the transaxle control

Q. Are the gearshift cable and the select cable in good condition?

YES Go to Step 2.

NO Repair or replace the gearshift cable and the select cable. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly.
Then go to Step 6.

STEP 2. Remove and disassemble the transaxle. Check the lock ball assembly for breakage.

Q. Is the poppet spring or lock ball assembly broken?

YES Replace the lock ball assembly Disassembly and Assembly).
Then go to Step 6.

NO Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the selecting bell-crank assembly and control bell-crank dust cover and the gearshift and select lever shaft.

Q. Is the control housing in good condition?

YES Go to Step 4.

NO Repair or replace the selecting bell-crank assembly and control bell-crank dust cover and the gearshift and select lever shaft Disassembly and Assembly).
Then go to Step 6.

STEP 4. Check the gearshift forks for wear.

Q. Is the gearshift forks worn?

YES Replace the gearshift fork. Disassembly and Assembly.
Then go to Step 6.

NO Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check the clearance.

Q. Is the clearance between the synchronizer hub and sleeve excessive?

YES Replace the synchronizer hub or sleeve. Output Shaft.
Then go to Step 6.

NO Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Retest the system.

Q. Does the transaxle still jump out of gear?

YES Return to Step 1.

NO The procedure is complete.