Linhai 2004 ATV 260, Service Manual

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CHAPTER 6 TRANSMISSION
ATV SERVICE MANUAL 09.0
CHAPTER 6 TRANSMISSION PAGE. 6- 4
6.4 SHIFTER INSTALL ATION
1. Place shift rod back into the mounting
bracket and replace five bolts.
2. Reconnect linkage rods to shift rod slides.
Adjust as required. See linkage
adjustment procedures.
3. Replace remaining parts.
6.5 SHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
Linkage rod adjustment is necessary when
symptoms include:
z
Noise on deceleration
z
Inability to engage a gear
z
Excessive gear clash(noise)
z
Shift selectors moving out of desired
range
NOTE:
When adjusting linkage, always
adjust both linkage rods. The adjustment of
one rod can prevent proper adjustment of the
other rod. Remove necessary components to
gain access to shift linkage rod ends.
1. Inspect shift linkage tie rod ends, and pivot
bushings and replace if worn or damaged.
Lubricate the tie rod ends with a light
aerosol lubricant or grease.
2. Loosen all rod end adjuster jam nuts.
3. Note orientation of tie rod end studs with
stud up or down. Remove both rod end
studs from transmission bell cranks.
4. Be sure idle speed is adjusted properly.
NOTE:
It is important to disconnect both rod
ends from the transmission bell cranks. If one
linkage rod is incorrectly adjusted, it can affect
the adjustment of the other rod.
5. Place gear selector in neutral. Make sure
the transmission bell cranks are engaged
in the neutral position detents.
6. Be sure the shift linkage rod ends are firmly