Simplicity UV1621BV Instruction De Maintenance
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SECTION 4 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS
4.5 TRANSMISSION SHIFT ROD
ADJUSTMENT
The transmission shift rod is preset at the factory, and
should not need adjustment. However, if transmission
fails to shift into forward or reverse, adjustment may
be needed. To adjust rod:
1. With cargo bed lifted and propped securely,
should not need adjustment. However, if transmission
fails to shift into forward or reverse, adjustment may
be needed. To adjust rod:
1. With cargo bed lifted and propped securely,
loosen jam nut securing rod adjusting link. See
Figure 4.6.
Figure 4.6.
2. If transmission fails to shift into Forward, turn link
counterclockwise 2-3 turns.
3. If transmission fails to shift into Reverse, turn link
clockwise 2-3 turns.
4. Retighten jam nut against link, start vehicle and
check shifter operation.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 as needed.
FIGURE 4.6
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. STOP
engine. Set park brake. Shift transmission to
Neutral. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire
from spark plug and secure away from plug.
Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow all parts to cool before working on
machine.
service or repairs with the engine running. STOP
engine. Set park brake. Shift transmission to
Neutral. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire
from spark plug and secure away from plug.
Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow all parts to cool before working on
machine.
ROD
ADJUSTING
LINK
ADJUSTING
LINK
LOOSEN
JAM NUT
JAM NUT
TURN LINK CLOCKWISE IF
TRANSMISSION FAILS TO
SHIFT INTO REVERSE
TRANSMISSION FAILS TO
SHIFT INTO REVERSE
TURN LINK
COUNTERCLOCKWISE IF
TRANSMISSION FAILS TO
SHIFT INTO FORWARD
COUNTERCLOCKWISE IF
TRANSMISSION FAILS TO
SHIFT INTO FORWARD
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