Shift Linkage: Adjustments

Fig. 3 Gearshift Linkage Adjustment. Four-speed Overdrive:

1. Install gear shift lever aligning tool to hold levers in neutral crossover position.
2. With all rods removed from transmission shift levers, place levers in neutral detent position.
3. Adjust threaded shift rod levers so they enter transmission levers freely without any rearward or forward movement. Start with 1-2 shift rod. It may be necessary to pull clip at shifter end to rotate this rod.
4. Install washers and clips, then remove aligning tool and check linkage operation.