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. 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 [5M/T] or [6M/T]. 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 [5M/T] or [6M/T]. 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.