Shift Forks/Hubs/Sleeves

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check condition of the shift forks and mode fork shift rail. See Fig 1. Minor nicks on the shift rail can be smoothed with 320-400 grit emery cloth.

Fig 1: Shift Fork And Wear Pad Locations

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - MODE FORK

2 - RANGE FORK

3 - WEAR PADS (SERVICEABLE)

4 - WEAR PADS (SERVICEABLE)

Inspect the shift fork wear pads. The mode fork pads are serviceable and can be replaced if necessary. The range fork pads are also serviceable.

Check both of the sleeves for wear or damage, especially on the interior teeth. Replace the sleeves if wear or damage is evident.