MAINTENANCE TRANSMISSION GEARSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT/ INSPECTION SHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT 1. Inspect shift linkage tie rod ends, clevis and pivot bushings and replace if worn or damaged. 2. Place gear selector in neutral. 3. Loosen rod end adjuster jam nuts (A) on both ends of linkage rod. NOTE: The jam nut closest to the knurled end is Left Hand thread. Linkage rod will rotate 1/8 -1/4 turn if rod ends are tightened properly. Parallel Correctly Tightened Jam Nut Incorrectly Tightened Jam Nut Jam Nuts (A) If shifting problems are encountered, the transmission linkage may require adjustment. Visually check for contact of shift lever to shifter opening in the front fender.
Ensure shift linkage or shift lever is not contacting the frame or exhaust components. Tighten shift linkage rod end jam nuts properly after adjustment. You should be able to rotate the linkage rod between 1/8 and 1/4 turn after both jam nuts are tight. The transmission shift linkage should be periodically inspected for wear and parts replaced as required to remove excess play from shift linkage. Refer to Transmission chapter for more information. Ill. 1 Linkage Rod 4. Turn linkage rod (A) to shorten or lengthen rod until the shift lever is centered on hole in the fender. NOTE: The rod end must be held when tightening the jam nut to prevent damage to the rod end. A 5.
Hold rod end parallel to mounting surface and tighten jam nuts securely. 2.9