SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 28
TROUBLESHOOTING
Drive Unit Does Not Shift Into Gear; Remote Control Shift Handle Does Not
Move
NOTE:For additional information on troubleshooting, refer to SECTION 2A and see
“Troubleshooting Shift Problems.”
Cause
Special Instructions
Control box not properly assembled.
Properly reassemble control box.
Broken or damaged linkage in control
box.
Repair linkage.
Controls improperly adjusted-cable
end guide hitting brass barrel.
Adjust shift cables.
Drive Unit Shifts Hard
NOTE:For additional information on troubleshooting, refer to SECTION 2A and see
“Troubleshooting Shift Problems.”
Cause
Special Instructions
Adjust shift cables.
Shift cables improperly adjusted.
Damaged remote control or drive unit
shift cable.
Replace cable(s) and adjust.
Shift cable too short (sharp bends) or
too long (loops and long bends).
Select and install proper length cable.
Replace, adjust and check for water
leakage.
Corroded shift cables.
Internal wear in remote control box.
Repair as needed.
Shift cable attaching nuts too tight (end
cannot pivot).
Properly install nuts.
Shift cable pivot ends are corroded or
not lubricated.
Clean and lubricate.
Drive Unit In Gear, Will Not Shift Out Of Gear
NOTE:For additional information on troubleshooting, refer to SECTION 2A and see
“Troubleshooting Shift Problems.”
Cause
Special Instructions
Replace cable and adjust.
Shift cable broken.
Cable end not connected in drive unit.
Remote control damaged.
Remove and reinstall drive unit.
Repair or replace remote control.
Repair or replace as necessary.
Internal shift mechanism damage.
INDEX
90-863160
MAY 2000
Page 1C-3
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