Inspection Procedure 3: Hard Shifting: Diagnosis

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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 (Refer to TRANSAXLE CONTROL ). Then go to Step 7.
STEP 2. Check the transmission oil.
Q: Is the oil dirty?
- YES: Replace the oil (Refer to TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT ). Then go to Step 7
- NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the clutch system.
Q: Is the clutch system normal?
- YES: Go to Step 4.
- NO: Repair or replace the clutch system (Refer to CLUTCH ). Then go to Step 7.
STEP 4. Remove and disassemble the transaxle. Check the control bell-crank dust cover and the shift and select lever shaft.
Q: Is the control housing in good condition?
- YES: Go to Step 5.
- NO: Repair or replace the control housing (Refer to TRANSAXLE ). Then go to Step 7.
STEP 5. Check for poor meshing or worn synchronizer ring and gear cone.
Q: Is poor meshing or worn synchronizer ring and gear cone found?
- YES: Repair or replace the synchronizer ring and gear cone. Then go to Step 7.
- NO: Go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Check the synchronizer spring for weakness.
Q: Is the synchronizer spring weak?
- YES: Replace the synchronizer spring. Then go to Step 7.
- NO: Go to Step 7.
STEP 7. Retest the system.
Q: Is the shifting of the gears still hard?
- YES: Return to Step 1.
- NO: The procedure is complete.