Detent Plug: Description

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Fig 1: Detent Plug Identification

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1 - FIFTH GEAR DETENT

2 - 3/4 DETENT

3 - 1/2 DETENT

4 - TRANSAXLE HOUSING

The 288 Transaxle utilizes four shift rod detent plugs. See Fig 1.

Fig 2: G288 Transaxle Shift System

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1 - RECESS

2 - SHIFT MECHANISM

3 - 1/2 FORK

4 - 3/4 FORK

5 - 1/2 SHIFT ROD

6 - 3/4 SHIFT ROD

7 - 5TH SHIFT ROD

8 - 5TH GEAR FORK

9 - REVERSE SHIFT ROD

10 - BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH

11 - DETENT PLUG

The detent plug (11) is a spring-loaded ball assembly that engages shift rod recesses, providing a positive shift feel while maintaining gear position. See Fig 2.