Inspection Procedure 4: Jumps Out of Gear

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: Jumps Out of Gear

DIAGNOSIS
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 6.

STEP 2. Remove and disassemble the transaxle. Check the poppet spring <5M/T> or lock ball assembly <6M/T> for breakage.
Q: Is the poppet spring or lock ball assembly broken?
YES: Replace the poppet spring <5M/T> or the lock ball assembly <6M/T>. Then go to Step 6.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the control housing <5M/T> or selecting bell-crank assembly and control bell-crank dust cover and the shift and select lever shaft <6M/T>.
Q: Is the control housing in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Repair or replace the control housing <5M/T> or the selecting bell-crank assembly and control bell-crank dust cover and the shift and select lever shaft <6M/T>. Then go to Step 6.

STEP 4. Check the gear shift forks for wear.
Q: Is the gear shift forks worn?
YES: Replace the gear shift fork. 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. Then go to Step 6.
NO: Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check trouble symptoms.
Q: Does the transaxle still jumps out of gear?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis is complete.