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Gearshift Linkage: Fox

  1. Shift transaxle into 1st gear. Push gearshift lever to left stop. Release lever. If lever does not spring back 1/4-3/8" (5-10 mm) to right, move gearshift lever in slots. If adjustment does not correct hard shifting, go to step 2).
  2. Place gearshift lever in Neutral. Remove gearshift lever and shift boot. Loosen shift rod clamp nut. See Fig 1 .
  3. Ensure shift finger slides freely on shift rod. Move gearshift lever to right side, between 3rd and 4th gear positions. Gearshift lever should remain perpendicular to ball housing.
  4. With inner shift lever in Neutral, and gearshift lever between 3rd and 4th gear, tighten clamp nut. Ensure transaxle shifts smoothly. If necessary, adjust gearshift lever bearing housing.
    Fig 1: Shift Rod Clamp Nut For Fox
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