Pinpoint Test A: External Controls Do Not Operate Freely

A1 CHECK THE GEARSHIFT LEVER 

• Detach the gearshift cables from the gearshift lever.
• Is the gearshift lever difficult to operate? 

Yes 

DISASSEMBLE the gearshift mechanism and check for worn or damaged components. Refer to GEARSHIFT LEVER .

No 

GO to A2.

A2 CHECK THE GEARSHIFT CABLES 

• Attach the gearshift cables to the gearshift lever
• Detach the gearshift cables from the transaxle
• Is the gearshift lever difficult to operate? 

Yes 

INSTALL new gearshift cables.

No 

Transaxle internal concern. INSTALL a new transaxle. Refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - MT285