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Shift Linkage: Service and Repair




Shift Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the shift control assembly. refer to Shift Control Assembly Replacement Shift Control Assembly Replacement.

Note: Placing the shift rode close to the transmission housing provides additional support for the shift shaft.

2. Slide the transmission shift rod toward the transmission until the transmission shift shaft seats in the rear most detent position.
3. Using a drift or punch, remove the roll pin (1).
4. Remove the shift rod from the transmission.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the shift rod to the transmission.
2. Using a drift or punch, install a new roll pin (1).
3. Pull the transmission shift rod away from the transmission to the middle detent position (Neutral).
4. Install the shift control assembly. Refer to Shift Control Assembly Replacement Shift Control Assembly Replacement.