Inspection Procedure 3

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. Refer to Service and Repair. Then go to Step 7.

STEP 2. Check the transaxle oil.

Q. Is the oil dirty?

YES Replace the oil. Refer to Transmission Oil Change. 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. Service and Repair. 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 Transaxle Disassembly and Assembly) 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.