Shift Fork: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION1. Check the shift shaft and shift rod for damage. Replace if damaged.
2. Gearshift mechanism
Repair or replace the gearshift mechanism if excessively worn, bent, or defective in any way.
3. Inspect clearance between 1st, 2nd driven gear and reverse driven gear. If any clearance is not within specifications, replace shifter fork as required.
Clearance (a) and (b): 9.5 mm (11.374 inch)
4. Inspect clearance between 3rd, 4th drive gear and coupling sleeve. If any clearance is not within specifications, replace shifter fork as required.
Clearance (a) and (b): 9.3 mm (0.366 inch)
5. Inspect clearance between 5th drive gear and coupling sleeve. If any clearance is not within specifications, replace shifter fork as required.
Clearance (a): 9.3 mm (0.366 inch)
6. Inspect rod end clearances (A) and (B). If any clearance is not within specifications, replace rod or fork as required.
Clearance (A):
1st-2nd to 3rd-4th: 0.4 - 1.4 mm (0.016 - 0.055 inch)
Clearance (B):
3rd-4th to 5th: 0.5 - 1.3 mm (0.020 - 0.051 inch)